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Aptitude · Q131

Compound Interest

Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 131

Q131

The compound interest (compounding annually) on a certain sum at the rate of 8 percent per annum for two years is Rs. 6656. What would be the simple interest on the same sum at the same rate of interest for two years?

A.
Rs. 6224
B.
Rs. 6400
Answer
C.
Rs. 5600
D.
Rs. 6336

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Rate = 8%
Time = 2 years
Compound interest = 16.64% → 6656
1% → 400
Simple interest = 16% → 16 × 400 = 6400