What is the compound interest on Rs. 20000 for 1 year at 12% per annum, compounded half-yearly? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the compound interest on Rs. 20000 for 1 year at 12% per annum, compounded half-yearly?
A. Rs. 2500
B. Rs. 2472
C. Rs. 2400
D. Rs. 2600
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Half-yearly rate = 12/2 = 6%. Time = 2 half-years. Amount = 20000 * (1 + 6/100)^2 = 20000 * 1.1236 = Rs. 22472. Compound Interest = 22472 - 20000 = Rs. 2472.

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Find the compound interest on Rs. 75000 at 10% per annum for 2 years.
A. Rs. 18000
B. Rs. 15750
C. Rs. 16500
D. Rs. 17250

Correct Answer: Option B


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The compound interest on Rs. 4300 at 10% per annum for 2 years is:
A. Rs. 989
B. Rs. 946
C. Rs. 903
D. Rs. 860

Correct Answer: Option C


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The difference between CI and SI on Rs. 7500 for 2 years at 8% is:
A. Rs. 50
B. Rs. 48
C. Rs. 42
D. Rs. 45

Correct Answer: Option B


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