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    Question

    For 2 years at 12.5% p.a. (compounded yearly), CI

    exceeds SI by Rs. 312.5. Find the sum.
    A Rs.20000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs.15000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs.50000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs.27000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Let the sum = Rs. x x(1 + 12.5/100)Β² – x – x Γ— 12.5% Γ— 2 = 312.5 12.5% = 1/8 β‡’ (1 + 1/8)Β² = (9/8)Β² = 81/64 So, 81x/64 – x – x/4 = 312.5 (81x/64 – 64x/64) – 16x/64 = 312.5 x/64 = 312.5 x = Rs. 20000

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