Find the compound interest on Rs. 75000 at 10% per annum for 2 years. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the compound interest on Rs. 75000 at 10% per annum for 2 years.
A. Rs. 17250
B. Rs. 15750
C. Rs. 16500
D. Rs. 18000
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
A = 75000 × (1.1)² = 75000 × 1.21 = 90750, CI = 90750 − 75000 = Rs. 15750.

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The compound interest on a certain sum for 2 years at 10% per annum is Rs. 840. Find the principal sum.
A. Rs. 3800
B. Rs. 4000
C. Rs. 4400
D. Rs. 4200

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Effective rate of compound interest for 2 years at 10% = 10 + 10 + (1010)/100 = 21%. Given 21% of P = 840 => P = 840 / 0.21 = Rs. 4000.

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Question #2 Report Error
The compound interest on a certain sum for 2 years at 5% per annum is Rs. 410. Find the principal sum.
A. Rs. 3800
B. Rs. 4000
C. Rs. 4200
D. Rs. 4400

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Effective rate of compound interest for 2 years at 5% = 5 + 5 + (55)/100 = 10.25%. Given 10.25% of P = 410 => P = 410 / 0.1025 = Rs. 4000.

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Question #3 Report Error
The effective annual rate for 20% per annum compounded half-yearly is:
A. 21%
B. 21.5%
C. 20.5%
D. 22%

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Half-yearly rate 10%, (1.1)² = 1.21, effective = 21%.

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