SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 53

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 20 Feb 2025 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q53

The simple interest on a principal amount (in ₹) is ₹177 for a period of 5 years at the rate of 2% per annum. The principal amount (in ₹) is:

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 1770 . 

Simple Interest  = (P × R × T) ÷ 100

SI = 177, T = 5 years, R = 2%

177 = (P × 2 × 5) ÷ 100

177 = (10 × P) ÷ 100

10 × P = 177 × 100

P = 17700 ÷ 10 = 1770