SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 73

SSC CGL - 21 Sep 2025 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q73

What is the compound interest on ₹8000 for 2 years at 10% per annum?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 1680.

Amount = P × (1 + R100R\over100)T

CI = Amount − P

Amount = 8000 × (1 + 1010010\over100)2

⇒ 8000 × (110100110\over100)2

⇒ 8000 × 121100121\over100 = ₹9680

CI = 9680 − 8000 = ₹1680