At what rate percent per annum will Rs. 1000 amount to Rs. 1331 in 3 years, compound interest compounded annually? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

At what rate percent per annum will Rs. 1000 amount to Rs. 1331 in 3 years, compound interest compounded annually?
A. 12%
B. 10%
C. 8%
D. 15%
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Amount/Principal = 1331 / 1000 = (11 / 10)^3. Therefore, 1 + R/100 = 11/10 => R/100 = 1/10 => R = 10%.

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A sum of money at compound interest becomes 2 times in 3 years. In how many years will it become 32 times?
A. 21 years
B. 12 years
C. 18 years
D. 15 years

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
32 = 2⁵, so 3 × 5 = 15 years.

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The difference between simple interest and compound interest on Rs. 18000 for 2 years is Rs. 405. Find the rate of interest per annum.
A. 12%
B. 15%
C. 18%
D. 20%

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Difference for 2 years = P * (R/100)^2 => 405 = 18000 * (R/100)^2 => 405 = 1.8 * R^2 => R^2 = 405 / 1.8 = 225 => R = 15%.

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The effective annual rate for 12% per annum compounded half-yearly is:
A. 12.36%
B. 12.25%
C. 12.60%
D. 12.50%

Correct Answer: Option A


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Effective = (1.06)² − 1 = 1.1236 − 1 = 12.36%.

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