SSC CGL Simple Interest question with solution
Simple InterestEasySSC CGL 2024
What is the simple interest on ₹1,000 at 4% per annum for 2 years?
- (A)₹100
- (B)₹1,080
- (C)₹40
- (D)₹80
Correct answer: (D) ₹80
Simple interest = P × R × T ÷ 100 = 1000 × 4 × 2 ÷ 100 = 80. Therefore the interest earned over 2 years is ₹80.
Shortcut: 1% of 1000 is 10; multiply by 4 × 2 = 8.
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- Quantitative Aptitude
- Topic
- Simple Interest
- Exam
- SSC CGL 2024
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Appears in: SSC CGL 2024 Tier 1 Question Paper — 9 September, Shift 3
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