SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 17

SSC MTS - 28/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • Quantitative Aptitude • Q17

Find the simple interest (in ₹) on ₹3000 as a sum borrowed at an 8% per year rate of interest for 4 years.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2, i.e., 960.

Simple Interest = (Principal × Rate × Time) ÷ 100

SI = 3000 × 8 × 4 ÷ 100

SI = 96000 ÷ 100 = 960 ₹