A sum of money invested at compound interest doubles itself in 4 years. In how many years will it become 16 times itself? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A sum of money invested at compound interest doubles itself in 4 years. In how many years will it become 16 times itself?
A. 20 years
B. 12 years
C. 24 years
D. 16 years
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The sum doubles (2^1) in 4 years. It will become 16 (2^4) times in 4 * 4 = 16 years.

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Question #1
The difference between simple interest and compound interest on a certain sum of money for 2 years at 8% per annum is Rs. 64. Find the sum.
A. Rs. 9000
B. Rs. 11000
C. Rs. 12000
D. Rs. 10000

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Difference for 2 years = P * (R/100)^2 => 64 = P * (8/100)^2 => 64 = P * (64 / 10000) => P = Rs. 10000.

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Question #2
The difference between CI and SI on Rs. 8400 for 2 years at 5% is:
A. Rs. 21
B. Rs. 20
C. Rs. 18
D. Rs. 19

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
D = 8400 × 0.0025 = Rs. 21.

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Question #3
The compound interest on a certain sum for 2 years is Rs. 615 and the simple interest for the same period is Rs. 600. Find the rate of interest per annum.
A. 8%
B. 5%
C. 6%
D. 4%

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Simple Interest for 1 year = 600 / 2 = Rs. 300. The difference between compound and simple interest is the interest on the first year's interest = 615 - 600 = Rs. 15. Rate of interest = (15 / 300) * 100 = 5%.

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