SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 75

SSC CGL - 22 Sep 2025 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q75

What will be the amount to be paid at the end of 5 years on Rs. 4500 at 10% per annum compounded annually?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 7,247.3.

A = P(1 + R/100)n

= 4500(1 + 10/100)5

= 4500(1 + 1/10)5

= 4500 × (11/10)5

= 4500 × (11/10) × (11/10) × (11/10) × (11/10) × (11/10)

= 7247.295

≈ 7247.3