The difference between compound interest and simple interest on Rs. 1600 for 2 years at 5% is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The difference between compound interest and simple interest on Rs. 1600 for 2 years at 5% is:
A. Rs. 4.80
B. Rs. 4.00
C. Rs. 3.20
D. Rs. 5.00
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
D = 1600 × (0.05)² = 1600 × 0.0025 = Rs. 4.

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Find the compound interest on Rs. 9000 at 8% per annum for 2 years.
A. Rs. 1500
B. Rs. 1497.60
C. Rs. 1524.80
D. Rs. 1512

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
A = 9000 × (1.08)² = 9000 × 1.1664 = 10497.60, CI = 10497.60 − 9000 = Rs. 1497.60.

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Question #2 Report Error
In how many years will Rs. 800 amount to Rs. 882 at 5% per annum compound interest?
A. 4 years
B. 1 year
C. 3 years
D. 2 years

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
800(1.05)^t = 882 ⇒ (1.05)^t = 1.1025 = (1.05)² ⇒ t = 2.

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The difference between CI and SI on Rs. 9800 for 2 years at 10% is:
A. Rs. 100
B. Rs. 95
C. Rs. 90
D. Rs. 98

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
D = 9800 × 0.01 = Rs. 98.

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