SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 53

SSC GD Constable (English) - 23 Jan 2023 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q53

How much interest would Sonia have to pay on a loan of Rs.25,000 at the rate of 12% p.a. compounded quarterly for the period of 1 year (rounded off to two decimal places)?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Rs.3,137.72

The loan amount P = 25000 Rs

The rate of interest r = 12% p.a.

Time = 1 year

When compounded quarterly

The rate (r ) = 12/4 = 3 %

Time (t) = 1 × 4 = 4 years

A = P (1 + r / 100)t

C.I = A - P

A = 25000 ( 1 + 3/100)4

A = 28137.72 

Hence, C.I = A - P = 28137.72 - 25000 = 3137.72 Rs