Question

A sum of money invested at compound interest amounts to Rs. 800 in 3 years and to Rs. 840 in 5 years. The rate of interest per annum is :


Options:
A .  `2 1/2`%
B .  4%
C .  5%
D .  `6 2/3`%%
Answer: Option C

S.I.  on Rs. 800 for 1 year = Rs. (840 - 800)  = Rs. 40

`:.`   Rate = `((100 xx 40)/(800 xx 1))`% = 5%



Was this answer helpful ?
Next Question

Submit Solution

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Latest Videos

Latest Test Papers