SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 59

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2020 - 14 Dec 2020 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q59

The simple interest on a certain sum of money at the rate of 8% p.a. for 9 years is ₹2,880. At what rate of interest can the same amount of simple interest be received on the same sum in 6 years?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 12%.

SI = PRT100PRT\over100

⇒ 2880 = P×8×9100P\times8\times9\over100

⇒ P = 4000

Now,

Let the new rate be r

⇒ 2880 = 4000×r×61004000\times r \times6\over100

⇒ r = 12%