SSC CPO 2025 PYQ — Question 149

SSC CPO - 10 Dec 2025 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q149

A lends ₹5,000 at a rate of 5% for 4 years, while B lends ₹4,000 at a rate of 6% for 3 years. Who earns more simple interest?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

A: ₹5,000, 4 years, 5%

B: ₹4,000, 3 years, 6%

Simple Interest = (P × R × T)/100

Interest for A = (5000 × 5 × 4)/100 = 1000

Interest for B = (4000 × 6 × 3)/100 = 720

⇒ 1000 > 720

A earns more interest.