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If the rate of simple interest is 12% per annum, then find the sum (principal) that would earn interest of Rs. 6,000 per annum.

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If the rate of simple interest is 12% per annum, then find the sum (principal) that would earn interest of Rs. 6,000 per annum.
  1. Rs. 82,000
  2. Rs. 50,000
  3. Rs. 72,000
  4. Rs. 45,000

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: B - Rs. 50,000
Principal = Interest×100Rate×Time=6000×10012\frac{\text{Interest} \times 100}{\text{Rate} \times \text{Time}} = \frac{6000 \times 100}{12} = Rs 50,000.

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