Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Compound Interest

Question:

What is the difference between the compound interest and the simple interest on ₹2,000 at 10% interest per annum for 2 years, if, for compound interest, interest is compounded annually?

Options:

₹20

₹40

₹80

₹60

Correct Answer:

₹20

Explanation:

The formula used here is,

Difference in the simple interest and compound interest on a certain sum at R% per annum in 2 years = (CI - SI) = $\frac{PR^2}{100^2}$

⇒  = $\frac{2000 × 10^2}{100^2}$

  = 20