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Aptitude · Q102

Compound Interest

Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 102

Q102

The compound interest on a sum of Rs 5000 at 8% per annum for 9 months when interest is compounded quarterly is = ?

A.
Rs. 300
B.
Rs. 300.12
C.
Rs. 306.04
Answer
D.
Rs. 308

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
In one year there are 4 quarterly months.
∴ 9 month = 3 quarter
New Rate of Interest =   = 2%
i.e 2% =
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Total CI = (100 + 100 + 100) + (2 + 2 +2) + 0.04
             = Rs.306.04