The compound interest on Rs. 5000 at 8% per annum for 1 year compounded half-yearly is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The compound interest on Rs. 5000 at 8% per annum for 1 year compounded half-yearly is:
A. Rs. 416
B. Rs. 412
C. Rs. 400
D. Rs. 408
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Rate per half-year = 4%, n = 2. A = 5000 × (1.04)² = 5000 × 1.0816 = 5408, CI = 5408 − 5000 = Rs. 408.

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The compound interest on Rs. 1250 at 8% per annum for 2 years is:
A. Rs. 212
B. Rs. 216
C. Rs. 208
D. Rs. 204

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
A = 1250 × (1.08)² = 1250 × 1.1664 = 1458, CI = 1458 − 1250 = Rs. 208.

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At what rate percent compound interest will Rs. 10000 amount to Rs. 12100 in 2 years?
A. 10%
B. 8%
C. 15%
D. 12%

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
10000(1+r)² = 12100 ⇒ (1+r)² = 1.21 ⇒ r = 10%.

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Find the amount on Rs. 6250 at 8% per annum compound interest for 2 years.
A. Rs. 7320
B. Rs. 7290
C. Rs. 7300
D. Rs. 7350

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
A = 6250 × (1.08)² = 6250 × 1.1664 = 7290.

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