A certain sum amounts to ₹3,640 in 2 years and ₹4,060 in 8 years at simple interest. Find the approximate rate percentage per annum?

This question was previously asked in
SSC CGL 2022 Tier-I Official Paper (Held On : 05 Dec 2022 Shift 4)
View all SSC CGL Papers >
  1. 4%
  2. 2%
  3. 1%
  4. 3%

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 2 : 2%
super-pass-live
Free
SSC CGL Tier 1 2025 Full Test - 01
3.5 Lakh Users
100 Questions 200 Marks 60 Mins

Detailed Solution

Download Solution PDF

Given:

Amount after 2 years = Rs 3,640

Amount after 8 years = Rs. 4,060

Calculations:

Simple interest of 6 years

= Amount after 8 years - Amount after 2 years 

= Rs.(4060 - 3640)

= Rs.420

= Interest in 1 year = 420/6 = 70

Principal

= Amount after 2 years - interest in 2 years

= 3640 - 140

= Rs.3500

Interest of 1 year = 420/6 = Rs.70

Rate = 70 × 100/3500 = 2%

Hence, The Required value is 2%.

Latest SSC CGL Updates

Last updated on Jul 17, 2025

-> This year, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced approximately 14,582 vacancies for various Group B and C posts across government departments.

-> The SSC CGL Tier 1 exam is scheduled to take place from 13th to 30th August 2025.
->  HSSC CET Admit Card 2025 has been released @hssc.gov.in

->  Aspirants should visit ssc.gov.in 2025 regularly for updates and ensure timely submission of the CGL exam form.

-> Candidates can refer to the CGL syllabus for a better understanding of the exam structure and pattern.

-> The CGL Eligibility is a bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

-> Candidates selected through the SSC CGL exam will receive an attractive salary. Learn more about the SSC CGL Salary Structure.

-> Attempt SSC CGL Free English Mock Test and SSC CGL Current Affairs Mock Test.

More Simple Interest Questions

More Interest Questions

Get Free Access Now
Hot Links: rummy teen patti teen patti vip teen patti 3a teen patti master online happy teen patti