A sum becomes double of itself in $8$ years at simple interest. The rate of interest per annum is
A sum becomes double of itself in $8$ years at simple interest. The rate of interest per annum is
- $10\%$
- $12.5\%$
- $15\%$
- $20\%$
Solution
Doubling $\Rightarrow$ SI $= P$. So $\dfrac{P \cdot R \cdot 8}{100} = P \Rightarrow R = \dfrac{100}{8} = 12.5\%$.
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