SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 53

SSC GD Constable (English) - 5th March 2019 Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q53

A sum borrowed under compound interest doubles itself in 10 years. When will it become four times of itself at the same rate of interest?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 20 years

In 10 years the sum becomes 2 times of it, in next 10 years it will become = 2 × 2 = 4 times

Hence sum will be four times of itself in 10 + 10 = 20 years