Step 5: Running the Model with Deposits

Let's now run the model again by pressing F5. After the simulation completes, right-click on the Bank_Account element and then left-click on Time History Result… in the context menu to view a time history plot of the result:

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Notice that our bank account is increasing at a faster rate, as we now have regular discrete deposits (every 2 weeks), as well as accumulation of interest between deposits. After two years, the account contains more than $55,000.

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