SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 62

SSC GD Constable (English) - 18th November 2021 Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q62

If the difference between simple interest and compound interest on a sum of money invested for 2 years at the rate of 15% per annum (interest compounded annually) is Rs. 225, then what is the sum?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Rs. 10000.

For 2 years,

The difference between the ci and si = P × (r/100)2

225 = P (15/100)2

⇒ P = Rs 10000