SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 56

SSC CGL - 14 July 2023 - Shift 4 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q56

If  ₹72 amounts to ₹104.4 in 3 years, what will ₹120 amount to in 5 years at the same rate percent per annum?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. ₹210

Given that

If ₹72 amounts to ₹104.4 in 3 years

Formula used

S.I. = PRT/100

where, P = sum, R = rate of interest, and T = time

Calculation

⇒ 3 year interest = 104.4 - 72 =₹ 32.4

⇒ 1 year interest = 32.4/3 = ₹10.8

⇒ 5 year interest = 10.8 × 5 = ₹ 54

Let the amount on the sum of 120 be P

⇒ (72 + 54)/72 = P/120

⇒ 7/4 = P/120

⇒ P = ₹ 210