The compound interest on a sum for 2 years at 5% is Rs. 102.50. Find the sum. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The compound interest on a sum for 2 years at 5% is Rs. 102.50. Find the sum.
A. Rs. 950
B. Rs. 1050
C. Rs. 1000
D. Rs. 1100
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
CI = P × 0.1025 = 102.50 ⇒ P = 1000.

This question belongs to: Maths Compound Interest

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