SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 74

SSC CHSL - 19th October 2020 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q74

Find the difference between the compound interest when compounded yearly and half yearly on a sum of Rs. 8,000 for 1 year at the rate of 10% per annum.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e Rs. 20.

Understanding/Application

P = Rs. 8000

R = 10%

When the interest is compounded yearly, T = 1 year

C.I. when compounded yearly = 8000(1 + 10/100)1 = Rs. 8800

When the interest is compounded half-yearly, T = 2 years

Rate = 10/2 = 5%

C.I. when compounded half-yearly = 8000(1 + 5/100)2 = Rs. 8820

Difference = 820 - 800 = Rs. 20