Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Compound Interest

Question:

What will be the compound interest on a sum of ₹31250 for 2 years at 12% p.a., if the interest is compounded 8-monthly?

Options:

₹8106

₹8116

₹8016

₹8156

Correct Answer:

₹8116

Explanation:

12 Months ⇒ 12%

 8 Months ⇒  8% = \(\frac{2}{25}\)

                    Principal     :         Amount 

8 month            25         :             27

8 month            25         :             27

8 month            25         :             27    

                      15625      :         19683      ⇒ 4058 (C.I.)

                         ↓×2                                       ↓×2

                    31250 (given)                        8116 Ans.