Mathematics & Reasoning (Part 3) 2025 – Govt. Job Preparation

Simple and Compound Interest are vital topics in the Quantitative Aptitude section of various government job exams including SSC, RRB, Banking, and state-level recruitment tests in Assam. This is Part 3 of our Mathematics & Reasoning 2025 series, where we focus on exam-relevant problems to boost your accuracy and confidence. The curated MCQ set below will help aspirants revise important formulas and concepts, test their understanding, and improve problem-solving speed. Stay consistent with your practice on www.WorkInAssam.com for more such targeted study materials and exam-ready resources.

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31. What is the simple interest on ₹6,000 at 5% per annum for 3 years?
    
    1. A) ₹800
    2. B) ₹900
    3. C) ₹1,200
    4. D) ₹1,500
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    ✅ Answer: B) ₹900
32. A sum becomes ₹5,832 in 2 years and ₹6,415.20 in 3 years at compound interest. What is the rate of interest?
    
    1. A) 8%
    2. B) 10%
    3. C) 12%
    4. D) 15%
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    ✅ Answer: B) 10%
33. What principal will earn ₹720 in 2 years at 6% simple interest per annum?
    
    1. A) ₹5,400
    2. B) ₹6,000
    3. C) ₹7,200
    4. D) ₹6,200
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    ✅ Answer: B) ₹6,000
34. Find the compound interest on ₹10,000 for 2 years at 10% per annum, compounded annually.
    
    1. A) ₹2,000
    2. B) ₹2,100
    3. C) ₹2,200
    4. D) ₹2,500
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    ✅ Answer: B) ₹2,100
35. A man borrowed ₹5,000 at 10% p.a. for 1.5 years. What is the total amount he must repay under simple interest?
    
    1. A) ₹5,750
    2. B) ₹6,000
    3. C) ₹5,600
    4. D) ₹5,500
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    ✅ Answer: A) ₹5,750
36. What will be the compound interest on ₹5,000 for 2 years at 12% p.a.?
    
    1. A) ₹1,100
    2. B) ₹1,200
    3. C) ₹1,272
    4. D) ₹1,350
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    ✅ Answer: C) ₹1,272
37. What is the principal if the simple interest is ₹1,200 for 4 years at 7.5% per annum?
    
    1. A) ₹4,000
    2. B) ₹4,500
    3. C) ₹5,000
    4. D) ₹3,000
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    ✅ Answer: A) ₹4,000
38. Find the compound interest on ₹8,000 for 3 years at 5% per annum, compounded annually.
    
    1. A) ₹1,200
    2. B) ₹1,261
    3. C) ₹1,350
    4. D) ₹1,000
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    ✅ Answer: B) ₹1,261
39. The simple interest on ₹5,000 at 8% p.a. for 5 years is:
    
    1. A) ₹1,500
    2. B) ₹2,000
    3. C) ₹2,500
    4. D) ₹2,200
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    ✅ Answer: B) ₹2,000
40. What is the compound interest on ₹20,000 in 1.5 years at 10% p.a., compounded half-yearly?
    
    1. A) ₹3,000
    2. B) ₹3,152.50
    3. C) ₹3,200
    4. D) ₹2,800
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    ✅ Answer: B) ₹3,152.50

Practicing Simple and Compound Interest questions regularly is essential for securing a good score in competitive exams. The MCQs in this Part 3 of our Mathematics & Reasoning 2025 series cover key variations that frequently appear in Assam and other government job exams. Keep revisiting these practice sets to sharpen your concepts and build confidence. For more exam-focused content, topic-wise quizzes, and updated job notifications, keep following www.WorkInAssam.com—your trusted platform for government job preparation.

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