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  1. A sum of money was lent at 10% per annum, compounded annually, for 2 years. If the interest was compounded half-yearly, he would have received ₹ 220.25 more. Find the sum.
    1. ₹ 40000
    2. ₹ 45000
    3. ₹ 48000
    4. ₹ 50000
Correct Option: A

Let the sum be ₹ P.
Here , R = 10% per annum , Time = 2 years
When compounded yearly,

amount = P1 +
10
2 =
121
P
100100

When compounded half-yearly,
amount = P1 +
5
4 =
194481
P
100160000

So, Given difference = ₹ 220.25
194481
121
P = 220.25
160000100


194481 − 193600
P = 220.25
160000


881
P = 220.25
160000

⇒ P =
160000
× 220.25 = ₹ 40,000.
881



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