Aptitude - Simple Interest - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Simple Interest - General Questions (Q.No. 10)
10.
A man took loan from a bank at the rate of 12% p.a. simple interest. After 3 years he had to pay Rs. 5400 interest only for the period. The principal amount borrowed by him was:
Rs. 2000
Rs. 10,000
Rs. 15,000
Rs. 20,000
Answer: Option
Explanation:

Principal = Rs. 100 x 5400 = Rs. 15000.
12 x 3

Discussion:
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Srinivas said:   1 decade ago
S.I=P*T*R/100
SIMPLE INTEREST=5400
T=3
R=12
THEREFORE P=S.I*100/T*R
=5400*100/12*3
=15000

Anusha said:   1 decade ago
Can you please explain it clearly


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