📝 SSC CGL🔢 Quantitative Aptitude

The difference between compound interest and simple interest on a sum for 2 years at 20 % per annum is Rs. 200. If the i…

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The difference between compound interest and simple interest on a sum for 2 years at 20 % per annum is Rs. 200. If the interest is compounded half yearly, then what is the difference (in Rs.) between compound and simple interest for 1st year?
a50
b75
c100
d150
✓ Correct answer: a) 50
ExplanationGiven, the difference between C.I and S.I for 2 years at 20% = Rs. 200 Now, CI - SI = When interest is half yearly then R = 10% and Time = 2 years Required difference = 1050 - 1000 = Rs. 50 Hence, Option A is the correct answer.

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