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A sum of 10,000 is borrowed at 15% per annum. The simple interest for one year is:

A1500
B1200
C1800
D2100
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. 1500
1. On 100 rupees the yearly interest is 15. 2. Multiply 10,000 by 15 and divide by 100. 3. The interest is 1500. _Source: syllabus Mathematics, Chapter 8, Comparing Quantities._
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