SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 51

SSC CHSL - 15th October 2020 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q51

In how many years will a sum of Rs.5,000 yield a simple interest of Rs.2,000 at an interest rate of 10% p.a?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e 4 years.

Understanding/Application

Simple interest = 2000

Principal = 5000

Rate = 10%

SI = (p × r × t)/100

2000 = (5000 × 10 × t)/100

200000/50000 = t

t = 4 years