SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 62

SSC CHSL - 09 Aug 2023 - Shift 4 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q62

The simple interest (int, rounded off to the tens place) on ₹12,300 from 22 May 1993 to 2 August 1993 (both days we included) at the rate of 12% per annum is:

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 300.

Time (T) = 73 days = 1/5 year

SI = (P × R × T)/100

= [12300 × 12 × (1/5)]/100

= 295.20

= 300 (rounded off to the tens place)