Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Simple Interest

Question:

What is the present worth of Rs 132 due in 2 years at 5 % simple interest p.a?

Options:

Rs 112

Rs 120

Rs 122

Rs 119

Correct Answer:

Rs 120

Explanation:

Simple interest for 2 years will be 5 + 5 = 10%

Therefore, ATQ,

Principal × 110% = Rs.132

Principal = \(\frac{ 132}{110}\) × 100 = Rs.120