Arithmetichard · Past Paper
If a sum of money amounts to Rs. 5200 in 5 years and Rs. 5680 in 7 years at SI, find the sum.
ARs. 4000
BRs. 3500
CRs. 4500
DRs. 3800
✓ Correct Answer: A — Rs. 4000
Int for 2 yrs = 480, so 1 yr = 240. Int for 5 yrs = 1200. P = 5200 - 1200 = 4000.
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