Question
Class 7MathematicsComparing Quantities

₹ 9000 becomes ₹ 18000 at simple interest in 8 years. Find the rate per cent per annum.

Verified Answer

Here, Principal = ₹ 9000

Amount = ₹ 18000

Interest = Amount - Principal = ₹ 18000 - ₹ 9000 = ₹ 9000

R =  (100×I)/(P×T)=(100×9000)/(9000×8)

=25/2% or 12 1/2%