Subject

    Quantitative Aptitude

    Topic

    Percentage

    The interest on Tk. 750 for 2 years is the same as the true discount on Tk. 960 due 2 years hence. If the rate of interest is the same in both cases, it is:

    ক)
    12%
    খ)
    14%
    গ)
    15%
    ঘ)
    162/3%

    Explanation

    S.I. on Tk. 750 = TRUE DISCOUNT. on Tk. 960. This means PRESENT WORTH of Tk. 960 due 2 years hence is Tk. 750. Or, TRUE DISCOUNT= Tk. (960-750)=Tk. 210 Thus, S.I on Tk. 750 for 2 years is Tk. 210. Rate = (100×210)/(750×2)% = 14%

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