Question

A sum of money, invested for 8 years on 5% per annum simple interest, amounted to ₹287 on maturity.

What was the sun invested in?

A 205 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B 250 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C 125 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D 175 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Let the P=x A =287 SI =287-x 287-x =(x×5×8)/100 287-x =40x /100 140x =28700 x =205Rs.

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