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    Question

    A sum of money becomes Rs. 6500 in 3 years at 10% simple

    interest per annum. Find the principal and the interest earned.
    A Rs.2000 and Rs.1000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs.5720 and Rs.1100 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs.5700 and Rs.1300 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs.5000 and Rs.1500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Amount A = P(1 + rt/100) 6500 = P(1 + 10Γ—3/100) = P(1 + 0.30) = 1.30P P = 6500 / 1.30 = 5000 Simple interest = A βˆ’ P = 6500 βˆ’ 5000 = 1500 Answer: Principal = Rs. 5000, Interest = Rs. 1500

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