Can I model declining burn?
Set the burn increase to zero and manually adjust burn downward each time you revisit the calculator.
Step-by-step walkthrough
Runway & Burn Rate Guide
Use this companion guide beside the interactive calculator to make sure you understand the “why” behind every click. Each section includes the classroom explanation, student-friendly language, and quick practice prompts.
Before you start
Collect the data points listed below and double-check their units. Keeping an organized “givens” list is one of the fastest ways to reduce math errors and impress exam graders.
- runway
- burn rate
- cash
Detailed procedure
Step 1
Enter cash on hand and current monthly net burn.
Step 2
Optionally add the amount burn grows each month.
Step 3
Review runway in months and days.
Teaching & troubleshooting tips
Does it include new funding?
No. Add funding rounds to cash on hand when they close, then rerun the numbers.