SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 10

SSC CGL Tier II - Quant - 18 Nov 2020 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q10

In how much time will the simple interest on a certain sum of money be 65\frac{6}{5}times of the sum at 20% per annum?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 6 years

Let the principal be P.

= (P × 20 × t)/100 = 6/5 × P

= Pt/5 = 6P/5

= t = 6 years.