SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 61

SSC GD Constable (English) - 15 Feb 2019 Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q61

A certain sum amounts to Rs. 9243.20 in  years at 4% p.a. simple interest. What will be the simple interest on the same sum for years at 8% per annum?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Rs. 5232

SI = PRT/100

A = 9243.2, T =  years, R = 4%

9243.2 = P + P × 4 × 3/200

9243.2 = 212P/200, P = 8720

Required SI for  years at 8% p.a is

SI = 8720 × 8 × 15/200 = Rs. 5232