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  1. If the simple interest on Rs. 400 for 10 years is Rs. 280, the rate of interest per annum is
    1. 7%
    2. 7
      1
      %
      2
    3. 7
      1
      %
      4
    4. 8
      1
      %
      2
Correct Option: A

Here , Principal = ₹ 400 , SI = ₹ 280 , Time = 10 years
We can find the required answer with the help of given formula ,

Rate =
SI × 100
Principal × Time

Rate =
280 × 100
400 × 10

Rate = 7% per annum



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