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SSC CGL – Combined Graduate Level Examination · Question 64

A sum becomes ₹7,200 in 2 years and ₹8,640 in 3 years at compound interest. What is the original principal?

  1. ₹4,800
  2. ₹5,000
  3. ₹5,200
  4. ₹5,500
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Answer: (B) ₹5,000

Explanation

The rate is 8640/7200 = 1.2 (20%), so P = 7200/1.2² = ₹5,000.