Q. If the true discount for a sum of ₹ 50000 for a period of 4 yr at a certain rate of interest per annum is ₹ 2000, find the rate of interest.
✅ Correct Answer: (A)
1%
Explanation: Given that, PW =₹ 50000,
TD =₹ 2000, T = 4 yr and R = ?
According to the formula, (1)
TD = (PW x R x T) / 100
⇒ 2000 = (50000 x R x 4) / 100
∴ R = (2000 x 100) / (50000 x 4) = 20/20 = 1%
Explanation by: Omveer
Given that, PW =₹ 50000,
TD =₹ 2000, T = 4 yr and R = ?
According to the formula, (1)
TD = (PW x R x T) / 100
⇒ 2000 = (50000 x R x 4) / 100
∴ R = (2000 x 100) / (50000 x 4) = 20/20 = 1%
TD =₹ 2000, T = 4 yr and R = ?
According to the formula, (1)
TD = (PW x R x T) / 100
⇒ 2000 = (50000 x R x 4) / 100
∴ R = (2000 x 100) / (50000 x 4) = 20/20 = 1%