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Q: In how many years, Rs. 200 will produce the same interest @ 5 % as Rs. 900 produce in 2 years @ 3 ½ %  ?

  • 1
    5.2 yrs
  • 2
    7 yrs
  • 3
    7.9 yrs
  • 4
    6.3 yrs
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Answer : 4. "6.3 yrs"
Explanation :

Answer: D) 6.3 yrs Explanation: P = Rs. 900, R = 3 ½ % = 7/2 %, T = 2 years.  Therefore,  S.I. = PTR/100 S.I. = Rs. (900 x 7/2 x 2/100) = Rs. 63 Now, P = Rs. 200, S.I. = Rs. 63, R = 5 % Time = ((100 x 63) / (200 x 5) ) years = 6.3 years.

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