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  1. A sum of Rs. 2420 is accumulated in 2 years at 10% compund interest on a certain amount. Then the original amount is :
    1. Rs. 1000
    2. Rs. 2000
    3. Rs. 1500
    4. Rs. 2500
Correct Option: B

Let the principal be Rs. P.
Given in question , Amount ( A ) = Rs. 2420 , Rate ( R ) = 10% , Time = 2 years
Using the given formula ,

∴ A = P1 +
R
T
100

⇒  2420 = P1 +
10
2
100

⇒  2420 = P × 1 +
10
2
100

⇒  2420 = P
11
2
10

⇒  P =
2420 × 10 × 10
= Rs. 2000
11 × 11



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