allerySplit ₹18000 so that 6% simple interest for 2 years on one part equals 8% for 3 years on the other. Larger part?
A₹9000
B₹10000
C₹12000
D₹10800
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. ₹12000
Equal returns require 0.12x = 0.24(18000 − x), giving x = ₹12000.
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