SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 75

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 3 Feb 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q75

A man borrowed a sum of ₹30,000 at 7.5% per annum simple interest. How much money (in ₹) will he pay at the end of 5 years to clear his debt?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 41,250.

Simple Interest (SI) = PRT100PRT\over100 

SI = 30,000×7.5×510030,000×7.5×5\over100 = 11,250

Total Amount = Principal + SI

Total Amount = 30000 + 11250 = 41,250