SSC CHSL Tier-1 previous year question
At simple interest, a sum doubles in five years. What is the interest rate?
Asked in SSC CHSL Tier-1 (13 Nov 2025 Shift 3) · Quantitative Aptitude
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Correct answer: (A) 20%
Amount = 2P in 5 years, so SI = P over 5 years. Rate = P/(P×5)×100 = 20%.
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साधारण ब्याज पर, एक राशि पाँच वर्षों में दोगुनी हो जाती है। ब्याज दर ज्ञात कीजिए।
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सही उत्तर: (A) 20%
5 वर्षों में राशि = 2P, अतः साधारण ब्याज = P। दर = P/(P×5)×100 = 20%.
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