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Q · Compound InterestModerate · 45s
A machine costs ₹5,00,000 and depreciates at 10% p.a. compounded annually. Find its value after 2 years.
TopicCompound Interest
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyModerate
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Value = 500000×(0.9)^2 = ₹405000; Depreciation = ₹95000.
Final Answer: Option A — ₹405000.00