The compound interest on Rs. 3900 at 10% per annum for 2 years is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The compound interest on Rs. 3900 at 10% per annum for 2 years is:
A. Rs. 897
B. Rs. 858
C. Rs. 819
D. Rs. 780
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A = 3900 × 1.21 = 4719, CI = 4719 − 3900 = Rs. 819.

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Question #1
Find the compound interest on Rs. 5000 at 10% per annum compounded half-yearly for 1 year.
A. Rs. 500
B. Rs. 525
C. Rs. 512.50
D. Rs. 550

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Half-yearly rate 5%, n=2. A = 5000 × (1.05)² = 5000 × 1.1025 = 5512.50, CI = 5512.50 − 5000 = Rs. 512.50.

This question belongs to: Maths Compound Interest
Question #2
A sum of money invested at compound interest doubles itself in 6 years. In how many years will it become 4 times of itself?
A. 15 years
B. 9 years
C. 18 years
D. 12 years

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The sum doubles (2^1) in 6 years. It will become 4 (2^2) times in 2 * 6 = 12 years.

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Question #3
A sum of money amounts to Rs. 6690 after 3 years and to Rs. 10035 after 6 years on compound interest. Find the sum.
A. Rs. 4500
B. Rs. 4000
C. Rs. 4660
D. Rs. 4460

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Let the principal be P and expansion factor over 3 years be x. P * x = 6690 and P * x^2 = 10035. Therefore, x = 10035 / 6690 = 1.5. Principal P = 6690 / 1.5 = Rs. 4460.

This question belongs to: Maths Compound Interest