SSC MTS 2022 PYQ — Question 72

SSC MTS - 20 July 2022 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q72

A certain sum of money amounts to Rs. 1008 in 2 years and to Rs.1164 in 3 ½ years. Find the sum and rate of interest.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e 208,13%

 

S.I. for 1½ years = Rs.(1164-1008) = Rs.156.

S.l. for 2 years = Rs.(156 × (2/3) × 2)=Rs.208

Principal = Rs. (1008 - 208) = Rs. 800.

Now, P = 800, T = 2, and S.l. = 208.

Rate = (100 × 208)/(800 × 2)% = 13