Simple & Compound Interest · Question 4 · Easy

A sum amounts to ₹7,800 in 3 years at 10% per annum simple interest. What is the sum?

  1. ₹6,000
  2. ₹5,800
  3. ₹6,200
  4. ₹6,500
Answer and explanation

Answer: A. ₹6,000

Explanation: Amount = P(1 + 3 × 0.10) = 1.3P. So P = 7,800 ÷ 1.3 = ₹6,000.

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