SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 10

SSC MTS - 14/10/2024 - (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) • Quantitative Aptitude • Q10

Find the simple interest on₹550 for 8 months at 3 paise per rupee per month?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e ₹132.

Principal (P) = ₹550

Time (T) = 8 months

Rate (R) = 3 paise per rupee per month = 3% per month

Simple Interest (SI) = (P × R × T) / 100

⇒ (550 × 3 × 8) / 100

⇒ (13200) / 100 = ₹132