Differentiate between simple interest and compound interest.

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Differentiate between simple interest and compound interest.

Simple interest is calculated only on the initial principal amount, while compound interest is calculated on both the initial principal amount and any accumulated interest. In simple interest, the interest remains constant throughout the entire period, whereas in compound interest, the interest is added to the principal at regular intervals, resulting in an increasing interest amount over time.