SSC Selection Post 2025 PYQ — Question 45

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 24th July 2025 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q45

A person lent ₹2,000 at 6% per annum simple interest and ₹3,000 at 5% per annum simple interest. Find his total interest after 3 years.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

Simple interest on 2000 = (2000 × 6 × 3) ÷ 100 = ₹360

Interest on 3000 = (3000 × 5 × 3) ÷ 100 = ₹450

Total interest = 360 + 450 = ₹810