SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 41

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 21 Feb 2025 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q41

The simple interest on a principal amount (in ₹) is ₹168 for a period of 8 years at the rate of 4% per annum. The principal amount (in ₹) is:

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 525 . 

Simple Interest = ₹168

Time = 8 years

Rate = 4% per annum

SI = (P × R × T) / 100

168 = (P × 4 × 8) / 100

168 = (32P) / 100

P = (168 × 100) / 32

P = 16800 / 32

P = ₹525