In how many years will Rs. 5000 become Rs. 5618 at 6% compound interest? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In how many years will Rs. 5000 become Rs. 5618 at 6% compound interest?
A. 2 years
B. 1.5 years
C. 2.5 years
D. 3 years
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
5000(1.06)^t = 5618 ⇒ (1.06)^t = 1.1236 = (1.06)² ⇒ t = 2.

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The difference between CI and SI on a sum for 2 years at 12% is Rs. 72. The sum is:
A. Rs. 5000
B. Rs. 5500
C. Rs. 4500
D. Rs. 6000

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
D = P × (0.12)² = P × 0.0144 = 72 ⇒ P = 5000.

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Question #2 Report Error
The difference between compound interest and simple interest on Rs. 2000 for 3 years at 5% per annum is:
A. Rs. 16.00
B. Rs. 15.50
C. Rs. 15.25
D. Rs. 16.50

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
CI − SI = P × (R/100)² × (3 + R/100) = 2000 × 0.0025 × 3.05 = 2000 × 0.007625 = Rs. 15.25.

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Question #3 Report Error
The compound interest on Rs. 8300 at 10% per annum for 2 years is:
A. Rs. 1660
B. Rs. 1909
C. Rs. 1826
D. Rs. 1743

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
A = 8300 × 1.21 = 10043, CI = 10043 − 8300 = Rs. 1743.

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