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					 A man took a loan from a bank at the rate of 12% per annum at simple interest. After 3 years he had to pay 5,400 as interest only for the period. The principal amount borrowed by him was :
 
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-  2,000 
 -  10,000 
 -  20,000 
 - 15,000
 
 -  2,000 
 
Correct Option: D
Let the principal be P. 
Here , SI = ₹ 5400   , Rate = 12%   , Time = 3 years 
As we know that , 
| SI = | |
| 100 | 
| ⇒ 5400 = | |
| 100 | 
| P = | = ₹ 15000 | |
| 12 × 3 |