Arithmetichard · Past Paper
A sum of money invested at CI triples itself in 4 years. In how many years will it become 27 times?
A8 years
B12 years
C16 years
D20 years
✓ Correct Answer: B — 12 years
27 = 3^3. Time = 3 * 4 = 12 years.
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