Simple & Compound Interest · Question 1 · Easy

What is the simple interest on ₹5,000 at 8% per annum for 3 years?

  1. ₹1,000
  2. ₹1,200
  3. ₹1,250
  4. ₹1,500
Answer and explanation

Answer: B. ₹1,200

Explanation: SI = P × R × T / 100 = 5,000 × 8 × 3 / 100 = ₹1,200.

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