Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Compound Interest

Question:

In how many years will a sum of ₹320 amount to ₹405 if interest is compounded at 12.5% per annum?

Options:

2 years

1 year

$2\frac{1}{2}$ years

$1\frac{1}{2}$ years

Correct Answer:

2 years

Explanation:

 Formula used-

Amount = P$(1 \;+\; \frac{R}{100})^t$

Here, Compound interest = Rs 320 ,  Amount = 405 , R = 12.5%, time = t years 

405 =  320$(1 \;+\; \frac{12.5}{100})^t$

⇒ \(\frac{405}{320}\) =[$(\frac{9}{8})^t $]

⇒ \(\frac{81}{64}\) = [$(\frac{9}{8})^t $]

⇒ t = 2 years

So, time is 2 years.