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Q · Simple InterestModerate · 45s
A sum of ₹5000 earns simple interest at 8% p.a. for 2 years and then at 6% p.a. for the next 3 years. Find the total interest.
TopicSimple Interest
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyModerate
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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SI = 5000×8×2/100 + 5000×6×3/100 = ₹1700.
Final Answer: Option C - ₹1700.00