SSC CGL 2018 PYQ — Question 4

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 21/02/2018 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q4

In 2 years at simple interest the principal increases by 8%. What will be the compound interest earned (in Rs) on Rs 10 lakhs in 2 years at the same rate?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 81600

A/Q

8 = (100 × r × 2)/100

r = 4%

CI = P(1 + R/100)t - P

CI = 1000000[(1 + 4/100)2 - 1] = 1000000[(26/25 × 26/25) - 1] = Rs 81600