The difference between CI and SI on a sum for 2 years at 10% is Rs. 150. The sum is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The difference between CI and SI on a sum for 2 years at 10% is Rs. 150. The sum is:
A. Rs. 15000
B. Rs. 14000
C. Rs. 12000
D. Rs. 13000
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
D = P × 0.01 = 150 ⇒ P = 15000.

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Question #1
Find the compound interest on Rs. 8500 at 8% per annum for 2 years.
A. Rs. 1420
B. Rs. 1414.40
C. Rs. 1440
D. Rs. 1430

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
A = 8500 × (1.08)² = 8500 × 1.1664 = 9914.40, CI = 9914.40 − 8500 = Rs. 1414.40.

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Question #2
Find the compound interest on Rs. 1500 at 10% per annum for 2 years.
A. Rs. 300
B. Rs. 330
C. Rs. 310
D. Rs. 315

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
A = 1500 × (1.1)² = 1500 × 1.21 = 1815, CI = 1815 − 1500 = Rs. 315.

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Question #3
The compound interest on Rs. 3700 at 10% per annum for 2 years is:
A. Rs. 777
B. Rs. 814
C. Rs. 740
D. Rs. 851

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
A = 3700 × 1.21 = 4477, CI = 4477 − 3700 = Rs. 777.

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