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      Question

      A certain amount, when invested

      at a simple interest rate of 18.2% per annum, grows to Rs. 14,552 in 4.5 years. What is the initial sum invested?
      A Rs.10,000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Rs.12,000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Rs.8,000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      ATQ,

      Let the sum invested be Rs. 'P'. ATQ; 14552 - P = (P X 18.2 X 4.5) ÷ 100 Or, 14552 - P = 0.819P Or, 14552 = 1.819P So, P = (14552/1.819) = 8000 So, sum invested = Rs. 8,000

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