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SSC MTS 2024 · PYQ · Simple Interest · medium

How long (in years) will it take for a sum of money invested at 4% per annum on simple interest to increase its value by 30%?

  1. A.5(1/2)
  2. B.8(1/2)
  3. C.7(1/2)✓ Correct
  4. D.4(1/2)

Explanation

Using SI formula, 30 = (P × 4 × T)/100 × (100/P), so T = 30/4 = 7.5 = 7(1/2) years.
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