The compound interest on Rs. 1000 at 10% per annum for 2 years compounded half-yearly is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The compound interest on Rs. 1000 at 10% per annum for 2 years compounded half-yearly is:
A. Rs. 210
B. Rs. 220
C. Rs. 225
D. Rs. 215.50
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Half-yearly rate 5%, n=4. A = 1000 × (1.05)⁴ = 1000 × 1.21550625 = 1215.50625, CI ≈ Rs. 215.50.

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What is the compound interest on Rs. 2000 for 2 years at 5% per annum compounded annually?
A. Rs. 205
B. Rs. 220
C. Rs. 200
D. Rs. 210

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Amount = 2000 × (1.05)² = 2000 × 1.1025 = 2205, CI = 2205 − 2000 = Rs. 205.

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Question #2 Report Error
Find the compound interest on Rs. 50000 for 1 year at 12% per annum, compounded quarterly.
A. Rs. 6520.50
B. Rs. 6275.44
C. Rs. 6400.00
D. Rs. 6000.00

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Quarterly rate = 12 / 4 = 3%. Time = 4 quarters. Amount = 50000 * (1 + 3/100)^4 = 50000 * (1.03)^4 = 50000 * 1.12550881 = Rs. 56275.44. Compound Interest = 56275.44 - 50000 = Rs. 6275.44.

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Question #3 Report Error
The difference between CI and SI on Rs. 12500 for 2 years at 4% is:
A. Rs. 18
B. Rs. 16
C. Rs. 20
D. Rs. 22

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
D = 12500 × 0.0016 = Rs. 20.

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