SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 72

SSC CHSL - 29 Nov 2025 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q72

If a certain sum of money becomes double of itself in 4 years 4 months at simple interest, then what will be the annual rate of interest (approximate)?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

Given:

Time = 4 years 4 months

According to the formula:

SI = (P × R × T)/100

Amount = P + SI

Doubled Amount ⇒ A = 2P

SI = A − P

= 2P − P

= P

4 years 4 months = 13/3 years

(P × R × 13/3)/100 = P

13R/300 = 1

R = 300/13

= 23.07%