A sum of Rs. 10,000 is invested for a term of2 1/2​ years at an interest rate…

2025

A sum of Rs. 10,000 is invested for a term of2 1/2​ years at an interest rate of 8% compounded annually.
The amount on maturity will be:

  1. A.

    Rs. 12520.50

  2. B.

    Rs. 12024.62

  3. C.

    Rs. 12130.56

  4. D.

    Rs. 11664.48

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Correct answer: C

To find the maturity amount, calculate compound interest for full years and simple interest for the fractional period.

Step 1: Calculate amount after 2 years using A = P(1 + R/100)^n.

A = 10,000 * (1.08)^2 = 10,000 * 1.1664 = Rs. 11,664.

Step 2: Calculate simple interest for the remaining half year on Rs. 11,664.

Interest = 11,664 * (8/100) * 0.5 = Rs. 466.56.

Final Amount = 11,664 + 466.56 = Rs. 12,130.56.

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