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TI-84 TVM Solver Calculator
Future Value (FV)Present Value (PV)Payment (PMT)Number of Periods (N)
TI-84 Solver Result:
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function toggleInputs(){var mode=document.getElementById('solve_for').value;var fields=['n','rate','pv','pmt','fv'];for(var i=0;i<fields.length;i++){var input=document.getElementById('input_'+fields[i]);input.readOnly=false;input.style.background='#fff';if(fields[i]===mode){input.readOnly=true;input.style.background='#eee';input.value='Solving…';}}}function calculateTVM(){var mode=document.getElementById('solve_for').value;var n=parseFloat(document.getElementById('input_n').value);var iRate=parseFloat(document.getElementById('input_rate').value)/100;var pv=parseFloat(document.getElementById('input_pv').value);var pmt=parseFloat(document.getElementById('input_pmt').value);var fv=parseFloat(document.getElementById('input_fv').value);var py=parseFloat(document.getElementById('input_py').value);var r=iRate/py;var showSteps=document.getElementById('steps').checked;var result=0;var stepsHtml="TI-84 Steps:
1. Press [APPS], select 1:Finance
2. Select 1:TVM Solver…
3. Enter the known values.
4. Move cursor to the variable to solve.
5. Press [ALPHA] then [SOLVE] (Enter).";if(mode==='fv'){result=-(pv*Math.pow(1+r,n)+pmt*((Math.pow(1+r,n)-1)/r));document.getElementById('resultValue').innerHTML=result.toFixed(2);document.getElementById('input_fv').value=result.toFixed(2);}else if(mode==='pv'){result=-(fv/Math.pow(1+r,n)+pmt*((Math.pow(1+r,n)-1)/(r*Math.pow(1+r,n))));document.getElementById('resultValue').innerHTML=result.toFixed(2);document.getElementById('input_pv').value=result.toFixed(2);}else if(mode==='pmt'){result=-(pv*r*Math.pow(1+r,n)+fv*r)/(Math.pow(1+r,n)-1);document.getElementById('resultValue').innerHTML=result.toFixed(2);document.getElementById('input_pmt').value=result.toFixed(2);}else if(mode==='n'){result=Math.log((pmt-fv*r)/(pmt+pv*r))/Math.log(1+r);document.getElementById('resultValue').innerHTML=result.toFixed(2);document.getElementById('input_n').value=result.toFixed(2);}document.getElementById('resultLabel').innerHTML=mode.toUpperCase();if(showSteps){document.getElementById('stepDetails').innerHTML=stepsHtml;document.getElementById('stepDetails').style.display='block';}else{document.getElementById('stepDetails').style.display='none';}}

TI-84 Calculator Finance Use

The TI-84 calculator is one of the most powerful tools for students and professionals, particularly due to its built-in Finance application. This online TI-84 TVM (Time Value of Money) solver emulates the exact logic used in the physical Texas Instruments hardware to help you solve complex financial equations without having the device in hand.

This tool is essential for determining loan payments, investment growth, or the number of periods required to reach a specific financial goal. By following the standard TI-84 input conventions, you can seamlessly transition between this web tool and your handheld calculator.

N (Total Periods)
The total number of payment periods (e.g., for a 10-year monthly loan, N = 120).
I% (Interest Rate)
The annual interest rate expressed as a percentage (enter 5 for 5%).
PV (Present Value)
The current value of the investment or the loan amount. In TI-84 logic, cash outflows are negative and inflows are positive.
PMT (Payment)
The amount paid or received in each period.
FV (Future Value)
The value of the account at the end of the term.

How the TI-84 TVM Solver Works

The TI-84 calculator solves financial problems using the fundamental Time Value of Money equation. This equation accounts for the interest accumulated over time on both the principal and previous interest payments. The base formula used by the solver is:

PV(1+i)^n + PMT[( (1+i)^n – 1 ) / i] + FV = 0

Where:

  • i = Periodic interest rate (Annual Rate / Payments per Year)
  • n = Total number of periods
  • PV, PMT, FV = Present value, payment, and future value respectively

TI-84 Calculation Example

Example: You want to save for a car that costs $20,000 in 5 years. You currently have $2,000 and can save $250 every month at an annual interest rate of 4%. How much will you have in 5 years?

Step-by-step solution:

  1. N: 5 years * 12 months = 60
  2. I%: 4
  3. PV: -2000 (negative because it is money you "gave" to the bank)
  4. PMT: -250 (negative monthly outflow)
  5. P/Y: 12
  6. Calculate FV: Using the solver, the Future Value result is $19,892.42.

Common Questions

Why are my results negative on the TI-84?

The TI-84 uses a "cash flow" convention. Think of it from your perspective: if you put money into a savings account, that is a negative cash flow (it left your pocket). When you withdraw it later, it is a positive cash flow. If you take a loan, the loan amount is positive (money given to you), and the payments are negative.

What is the difference between P/Y and C/Y?

On a standard TI-84 Plus, P/Y stands for Payments per Year, and C/Y stands for Compounding periods per Year. In most standard financial problems, these two numbers are the same (usually 12 for monthly or 1 for annual).

How do I access the solver on the physical TI-84?

To find this tool on your handheld device, press the [APPS] button, select "1: Finance," and then select "1: TVM Solver." Enter your values, move the blinking cursor to the zero next to the variable you want to solve, and press [ALPHA] then [ENTER].

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