SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 59

SSC CGL - 7th June 2019 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q59

What is the compound interest on a sum of Rs.8,100 for 1(1/4) years at 8% per annum, if the interest is compounded 5-monthly? (Nearest to Rs.1)

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Rs.837

Application Understanding

Let the compound interest be CI, the principal be P, the rate of interest be r and the time period be T.

⇒ CI = P(1 + r/100)T - P

The number of years = 1(1/4)

⇒ 5/4 years

⇒ CI = P(1 + r/100)T - P

⇒ CI = 8100(1 + 10/300)3 - 8100

⇒ 8937.5 - 8100

⇒ Rs. 837.5 or Rs.837