The difference between the simple interest and the compound interest on Rs 5000 at 10% P.a for 3 years is:_______?
Correct answer: E. None of these
- A. Rs 145
- B. Rs 150
- C. Rs 165
- D. Rs 180
- E. None of these
Explanation
The simple interest is 5,000 Rs x 10% x 3 = 1,500 Rs. The compound interest is 5,000 Rs x [(1.10)^3 - 1] = 1,655 Rs, so the difference is 1,655 Rs - 1,500 Rs = 155 Rs, which is not listed. Students may choose 150 Rs by assuming compound interest is the same as simple interest for the extra years, but option e correctly indicates that none of the numerical options is correct.
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