SSC GD Constable previous year question
If a certain sum of money becomes thrice of itself in 8 years 6 months at simple interest, then what will be the annual rate of interest?
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Correct answer: (C) 23.52 percent
For a sum to triple, gain=2P over 8.5 years, so rate = 2/8.5×100 ≈ 23.52%.
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यदि एक निश्चित धनराशि साधारण ब्याज पर 8 वर्ष 6 माह में स्वयं की तीन गुना हो जाती है, तो वार्षिक ब्याज की दर कितनी होगी?
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सही उत्तर: (C) 24.48 प्रतिशत
For a sum to triple, gain=2P over 8.5 years, so rate = 2/8.5×100 ≈ 23.52%.
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