The compound interest on a sum for 2 years at 10% is Rs. 1260. The sum is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The compound interest on a sum for 2 years at 10% is Rs. 1260. The sum is:
A. Rs. 5500
B. Rs. 6500
C. Rs. 6000
D. Rs. 7000
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
CI = P × 0.21 = 1260 ⇒ P = 1260 / 0.21 = 6000.

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The compound interest on a certain sum for 2 years at 4% per annum is Rs. 1632. Find the principal sum.
A. Rs. 20000
B. Rs. 22000
C. Rs. 18000
D. Rs. 24000

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Effective rate of compound interest for 2 years at 4% = 4 + 4 + (44)/100 = 8.16%. Given 8.16% of P = 1632 => P = 1632 / 0.0816 = Rs. 20000.

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Question #2 Report Error
What is the principal if the amount after 2 years at 10% compound interest is Rs. 12100?
A. Rs. 13000
B. Rs. 12000
C. Rs. 11000
D. Rs. 10000

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
P = 12100 / (1.1)² = 12100 / 1.21 = 10000.

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Question #3 Report Error
The difference between simple interest and compound interest on a certain sum of money for 2 years at 9% per annum is Rs. 81. Find the sum.
A. Rs. 10000
B. Rs. 11000
C. Rs. 9000
D. Rs. 12000

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Difference for 2 years = P * (R/100)^2 => 81 = P * (9/100)^2 => 81 = P * (81 / 10000) => P = Rs. 10000.

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