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Aptitude · Q146

Compound Interest

Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 146

Q146

The compound interest on a sum of Rs. 5,500 at 15% p.a. for 2 years, when the interest is compounded 8 monthly is:

A.
Rs. 1,850
B.
Rs. 1,880
C.
Rs. 1,820.50
Answer
D.
Rs. 1,773.75

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
12 months ⟶ 15%
8 months ⟶ 10%
Compound Interest mcq question image
1000 units ⟶ 5500
1 unit ⟶ 5.5
331 units ⟶ 331 × 5.5 = Rs. 1820.50