The difference between CI and SI on Rs. 8000 for 2 years at 5% per annum is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The difference between CI and SI on Rs. 8000 for 2 years at 5% per annum is:
A. Rs. 18
B. Rs. 22
C. Rs. 16
D. Rs. 20
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Difference = P × (R/100)² = 8000 × 0.0025 = Rs. 20.

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Question #1
The difference between CI and SI on Rs. 8400 for 2 years at 5% is:
A. Rs. 18
B. Rs. 21
C. Rs. 20
D. Rs. 19

Correct Answer: Option B


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

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Question #2
What sum will produce Rs. 410 as compound interest in 2 years at 5% per annum?
A. Rs. 4000
B. Rs. 4400
C. Rs. 4200
D. Rs. 3800

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
P = 410 / [(1.05)² − 1] = 410 / 0.1025 = 4000.

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Question #3
Find the compound interest on Rs. 15625 for 9 months at 16% per annum, compounded quarterly.
A. Rs. 2100
B. Rs. 1850
C. Rs. 2000
D. Rs. 1951

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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