What sum will amount to Rs. 11664 in 2 years at 8% compound interest? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What sum will amount to Rs. 11664 in 2 years at 8% compound interest?
A. Rs. 9500
B. Rs. 10500
C. Rs. 10000
D. Rs. 11000
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
P = 11664 / (1.08)² = 11664 / 1.1664 = 10000.

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Question #1
The simple interest on a sum for 2 years at 8% is Rs. 320. The compound interest on the same sum for 2 years at 8% is:
A. Rs. 358.40
B. Rs. 332.80
C. Rs. 345.60
D. Rs. 371.20

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
P = 32000/(8×2) = 2000. CI = 2000 × 0.1664 = 332.80.

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Question #2
The compound interest on a sum for 2 years at 12% is Rs. 381.60. The sum is:
A. Rs. 1700
B. Rs. 1500
C. Rs. 1600
D. Rs. 1400

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
CI = P × 0.2544 = 381.60 ⇒ P = 1500.

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Question #3
The compound interest on a certain sum for 2 years at 4% per annum is Rs. 1632. Find the principal sum.
A. Rs. 22000
B. Rs. 18000
C. Rs. 20000
D. Rs. 24000

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Effective rate of compound interest for 2 years at 4% = 4 + 4 + (44)/100 = 8.16%. Given 8.16% of P = 1632 => P = 1632 / 0.0816 = Rs. 20000.

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