If Rs. 5000 becomes Rs. 5832 in 2 years at compound interest, the rate is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If Rs. 5000 becomes Rs. 5832 in 2 years at compound interest, the rate is:
A. 9%
B. 6%
C. 8%
D. 7%
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
5000(1+r)² = 5832 ⇒ (1+r)² = 1.1664 = (1.08)² ⇒ r = 8%.

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