SSC CGL Compound Interest question with solution
Compound InterestModerateSSC CGL 2023
Find the compound interest on ₹14,000 at 20% per annum for 2 years, compounded annually.
- (A)₹6,160
- (B)₹5,740
- (C)₹5,600
- (D)₹6,090
Correct answer: (A) ₹6,160
Amount after 2 years = 14000 × (1 + 20/100)² = 20160. Compound interest = amount − principal = 20160 − 14000 = 6160. Note that the simple interest for the same period would be only 5600.
Shortcut: For 2 years, effective rate = 2r + r²/100 = 44% of 14000.
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- Quantitative Aptitude
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- Compound Interest
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- SSC CGL 2023
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Appears in: SSC CGL 2023 Tier 1 Question Paper — 14 July, Shift 2
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