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  1. A sum of money is paid back in two annual instalments of Rs. 17, 640 each, allowing 5% compound interest compounded annually. The sum borrowed was
    1. Rs. 32,800
    2. Rs. 32,200
    3. Rs. 32,000
    4. Rs. 32,400
Correct Option: A

According to question ,
Sum borrowed = Present worth of Rs. 17640 due 1 year hence + Present worth of Rs. 17640 due 2 years hence

= Rs.17640 ×
20
+ 17640 ×
20
×
20
212121

sum borrowed = Rs. (16800 + 16000) = Rs. 32800



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