The compound interest on a sum for 2 years at 8% is Rs. 665.60. The sum is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The compound interest on a sum for 2 years at 8% is Rs. 665.60. The sum is:
A. Rs. 3800
B. Rs. 4200
C. Rs. 4400
D. Rs. 4000
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
CI = P × 0.1664 = 665.60 ⇒ P = 665.60 / 0.1664 = 4000.

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Find the compound interest on Rs. 10000 for 1 year at 16% per annum, compounded quarterly.
A. Rs. 1720.00
B. Rs. 1750.00
C. Rs. 1600.00
D. Rs. 1698.59

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Quarterly rate = 16 / 4 = 4%. Time = 4 quarters. Amount = 10000 * (1 + 4/100)^4 = 10000 * (1.04)^4 = 10000 * 1.16985856 = Rs. 11698.59. Compound Interest = 11698.59 - 10000 = Rs. 1698.59.

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At what rate will Rs. 8000 amount to Rs. 9261 in 3 years at compound interest?
A. 5%
B. 6%
C. 8%
D. 4%

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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Find the principal if the compound interest at 10% per annum for 2 years is Rs. 630.
A. Rs. 2800
B. Rs. 3500
C. Rs. 3000
D. Rs. 3200

Correct Answer: Option C


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CI = P × 0.21 = 630 ⇒ P = 630 / 0.21 = 3000.

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