The compound interest on Rs. 1700 at 10% per annum for 2 years is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The compound interest on Rs. 1700 at 10% per annum for 2 years is:
A. Rs. 391
B. Rs. 357
C. Rs. 340
D. Rs. 374
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
A = 1700 × 1.21 = 2057, CI = 2057 − 1700 = Rs. 357.

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What is the compound interest on Rs. 60000 for 1 year at 12% per annum, compounded half-yearly?
A. Rs. 7600
B. Rs. 7200
C. Rs. 7500
D. Rs. 7416

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Half-yearly rate = 12/2 = 6%. Time = 2 half-years. Amount = 60000 * (1 + 6/100)^2 = 60000 * 1.1236 = Rs. 67416. Compound Interest = 67416 - 60000 = Rs. 7416.

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A sum of money at compound interest becomes 8 times in 3 years. In how many years will it become 512 times?
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B. 9 years
C. 12 years
D. 6 years

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
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The difference between CI and SI on Rs. 8000 for 2 years at 5% per annum is:
A. Rs. 18
B. Rs. 20
C. Rs. 22
D. Rs. 16

Correct Answer: Option B


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