In what time will Rs. 5000 amount to Rs. 6050 at 10% per annum compound interest? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In what time will Rs. 5000 amount to Rs. 6050 at 10% per annum compound interest?
A. 1 year
B. 4 years
C. 2 years
D. 3 years
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
5000(1.1)^t = 6050 ⇒ (1.1)^t = 1.21 = (1.1)² ⇒ t = 2.

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The effective annual rate of interest for 8% per annum compounded quarterly is:
A. 8.16%
B. 8.24%
C. 8.30%
D. 8.42%

Correct Answer: Option B


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The difference between simple interest and compound interest on a certain sum of money for 3 years at 10% per annum is Rs. 124. Find the sum.
A. Rs. 4000
B. Rs. 5000
C. Rs. 4500
D. Rs. 3500

Correct Answer: Option A


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Difference for 3 years = P * (R/100)^2 * (3 + R/100) => 124 = P * (10/100)^2 * (3 + 10/100) => 124 = P * (1/100) * (3.1) => 124 = P * 0.031 => P = 124 / 0.031 = Rs. 4000.

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Find the compound interest on Rs. 2500 at 12% per annum for 2 years.
A. Rs. 650
B. Rs. 640
C. Rs. 636
D. Rs. 630

Correct Answer: Option C


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