A sum of money becomes 2 times in 4 years at compound interest. In how many years will it become 8 times? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A sum of money becomes 2 times in 4 years at compound interest. In how many years will it become 8 times?
A. 12 years
B. 16 years
C. 10 years
D. 8 years
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
2 times in 4 years; 8 = 2³, so 4 × 3 = 12 years.

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Question #1
The difference between simple interest and compound interest on a certain sum of money for 3 years at 5% per annum is Rs. 244. Find the sum.
A. Rs. 34000
B. Rs. 36000
C. Rs. 30000
D. Rs. 32000

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Difference for 3 years = P * (R/100)^2 * (3 + R/100) => 244 = P * (5/100)^2 * (3 + 5/100) => 244 = P * (1/400) * (3.05) => P = (244 * 400) / 3.05 = 97600 / 3.05 = Rs. 32000.

This question belongs to: Maths Compound Interest
Question #2
At what rate percent compound interest will Rs. 20000 amount to Rs. 22050 in 2 years?
A. 4%
B. 7%
C. 5%
D. 6%

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
20000(1+r)² = 22050 ⇒ (1+r)² = 1.1025 = (1.05)² ⇒ r = 5%.

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Question #3
A sum of money placed at compound interest becomes double of itself in 7 years. In how many years will it become 16 times of itself?
A. 35 years
B. 42 years
C. 21 years
D. 28 years

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The sum becomes 2^1 times in 7 years. It will become 16 (2^4) times in 4 * 7 = 28 years.

This question belongs to: Maths Compound Interest