What is the compound interest on Rs. 2000 for 2 years at 5% per annum compounded annually? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the compound interest on Rs. 2000 for 2 years at 5% per annum compounded annually?
A. Rs. 200
B. Rs. 210
C. Rs. 220
D. Rs. 205
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Amount = 2000 × (1.05)² = 2000 × 1.1025 = 2205, CI = 2205 − 2000 = Rs. 205.

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Question #1
The compound interest on a certain sum for 2 years at 10% per annum is Rs. 210. Find the principal sum.
A. Rs. 1000
B. Rs. 1050
C. Rs. 950
D. Rs. 1100

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Effective rate of compound interest for 2 years at 10% = 10 + 10 + (1010)/100 = 21%. Given 21% of P = 210 => P = 210 / 0.21 = Rs. 1000.

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Question #2
A sum of money at compound interest becomes 10 times in 2 years. In how many years will it become 100 times?
A. 4 years
B. 3 years
C. 5 years
D. 6 years

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
100 = 10², so 2 × 2 = 4 years.

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Question #3
What sum will amount to Rs. 10816 in 2 years at 4% compound interest?
A. Rs. 10200
B. Rs. 9800
C. Rs. 10400
D. Rs. 10000

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
P = 10816 / (1.04)² = 10816 / 1.0816 = 10000.

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