SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 42

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 13 Feb 2025 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q42

The simple interest on a principal amount (in ₹) is ₹888 for a period of 8 years at the rate of 2% per annum. The principal amount (in ₹) is:

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 5550.

SI = (P × R × T) / 100

888 = (P × 2 × 8) / 100

=> 888 = (16P) / 100

=> P = (888 × 100) / 16 = ₹5550