SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 74

SSC CHSL - 04 Aug 2023 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q74

If the difference between the compound interest and simple interest on a certain sum of money for 3 years at the rate of 4% per annum is Rs. 76, then what is the sum?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e Rs, 15,625.

Difference = PR2(R + 300)/1003

⇒ 76 = (P × 4 × 4)(4 + 300)/(100 × 100 × 100)

⇒ 76000000 = P × 16 × 304

⇒ P = Rs.15625