A sum of money at compound interest becomes 9 times in 2 years. In how many years will it become 81 times? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A sum of money at compound interest becomes 9 times in 2 years. In how many years will it become 81 times?
A. 3 years
B. 4 years
C. 6 years
D. 5 years
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
81 = 9², so 2 × 2 = 4 years.

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Question #1
What is the compound interest on Rs. 30000 for 1 year at 10% per annum, compounded half-yearly?
A. Rs. 3100
B. Rs. 3075
C. Rs. 3150
D. Rs. 3000

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Half-yearly rate = 10/2 = 5%. Time = 2 half-years. Amount = 30000 * (1 + 5/100)^2 = 30000 * 1.1225 = Rs. 33075. Compound Interest = 33075 - 30000 = Rs. 3075.

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Question #2
A sum of money placed at compound interest becomes double of itself in 10 years. In how many years will it become 8 times of itself?
A. 30 years
B. 50 years
C. 40 years
D. 20 years

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The sum becomes 2^1 times in 10 years. It will become 8 (2^3) times in 3 * 10 = 30 years.

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Question #3
A sum of money at compound interest becomes 10 times in 2 years. In how many years will it become 100 times?
A. 4 years
B. 5 years
C. 6 years
D. 3 years

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
100 = 10², so 2 × 2 = 4 years.

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