SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 27

SSC CGL Tier II - 7 March 2023 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q27

A sum triple itself in 9 years at simple interest. Find the rate of interest per annum is.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 222922\frac{2}{9} %

Given that

A sum triple itself in 9 years at simple interest.

Amount = 3 × Principal amount

SI = Amount - Principal = 2P

As we know 

⇒ SI = P × rate × time/100

⇒ 2P = (P × rate × 9)/100

Rate = 200/9 =  222922\frac{2}{9}%