The compound interest on Rs. 900 at 10% per annum for 2 years is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The compound interest on Rs. 900 at 10% per annum for 2 years is:
A. Rs. 207
B. Rs. 180
C. Rs. 198
D. Rs. 189
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A = 900 × (1.1)² = 900 × 1.21 = 1089, CI = 1089 − 900 = Rs. 189.

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Question #1
The compound interest on a sum for 2 years at 6% is Rs. 370.80. The sum is:
A. Rs. 2800
B. Rs. 3000
C. Rs. 3400
D. Rs. 3200

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
CI = P × 0.1236 = 370.80 ⇒ P = 3000.

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Question #2
The simple interest on a sum for 2 years at 12% is Rs. 720. The compound interest on the same sum for 2 years at 12% is:
A. Rs. 768.00
B. Rs. 752.64
C. Rs. 763.20
D. Rs. 760.00

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
P = 72000/(12×2) = 3000. CI = 3000[(1.12)² − 1] = 3000 × 0.2544 = 763.20.

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Question #3
The effective annual rate for 20% per annum compounded half-yearly is:
A. 22%
B. 21%
C. 21.5%
D. 20.5%

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Half-yearly rate 10%, (1.1)² = 1.21, effective = 21%.

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