Arithmeticeasy · Past Paper
A sum of money triples itself at SI in 20 years. Find the rate.
A5%
B10%
C15%
D20%
✓ Correct Answer: B — 10%
Triples means SI = 2P. 2P = (P * 20 * R)/100 => R = 200/20 = 10%.
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