SSC CHSL 2022 PYQ — Question 73

SSC CHSL - 3 June 2022 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q73

If we want ₹8,640 three years from now and the compounded interest rate is 20% p.a how much should we invest today? (assuming interest is compounded yearly)

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. ₹5,000.

A = p(1 + r/100)n

8640 = p (1 + 20/100)3

8640 = p(216/125)

p = 5000