SSC Selection Post 2025 PYQ — Question 31

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 29th August 2025 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q31

How many years will it take for an investment of ₹5,000 to earn ₹1,000 as simple interest at an annual rate of 8%?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

Given:

SI = ₹1000, P = ₹5000, R = 8%

Simple Interest = P × R × T / 100

1000 = 5000 × 8 × T / 100

1000 = 400T

T = 1000/400

T = 2.5 years