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Aptitude · Q104

Compound Interest

Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 104

Q104

If the difference between the compound interest and simple interest on a certain sum at the rate of 5% per annum for 2 years is Rs. 20, then the sum is = ?

A.
Rs. 2000
B.
Rs. 4000
C.
Rs. 6000
D.
Rs. 8000
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Let the sum be = 400x
Simple Interest =
S.I = = 40x
for Compond Interest 5% =
Compound Interest mcq solution image
C.I = 20x + 20x + x = 41x
Difference = 41x - 40x = 20
i.e. x = 20
∴ Sum is = 400 × 20 = 8000