At what rate percent compound interest will Rs. 20000 amount to Rs. 22050 in 2 years? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

At what rate percent compound interest will Rs. 20000 amount to Rs. 22050 in 2 years?
A. 6%
B. 7%
C. 4%
D. 5%
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
20000(1+r)² = 22050 ⇒ (1+r)² = 1.1025 = (1.05)² ⇒ r = 5%.

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What sum will amount to Rs. 13310 in 3 years at 10% per annum compound interest?
A. Rs. 9000
B. Rs. 10500
C. Rs. 9500
D. Rs. 10000

Correct Answer: Option D


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What is the compound interest on Rs. 10000 for 1 year at 8% per annum, compounded quarterly?
A. Rs. 824.32
B. Rs. 832.00
C. Rs. 841.60
D. Rs. 800.00

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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A sum of money placed at compound interest becomes double of itself in 2 years. In how many years will it become 16 times of itself?
A. 6 years
B. 10 years
C. 12 years
D. 8 years

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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