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      Question

      Ankit placed some money in a fixed deposit that provides

      a compound interest rate of 16% per annum, compounded yearly. At the end of two years, he received a total amount of Rs. 2,523. Determine the initial amount he invested.
      A Rs.1,505 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Rs.2,075 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Rs.1,875 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Rs.3,875 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      ATQ,

      Let the principal amount be Rs. ‘x’. ATQ; 2523 = x × (1.16)2 Or, x = 1875 Therefore, the money invested = Rs. 1,875

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