general math MCQ #375

A man buys a watch for Rs. 1950 in cash and sells it for Rs. 2200 at a credit of 1 year. If the rate of interest is 10% per annum, the man:

general math MCQ #375

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A man buys a watch for Rs. 1950 in cash and sells it for Rs. 2200 at a credit of 1 year. If the rate of interest is 10% per annum, the man:

    • A) Gains Rs. 55
    • B) Gains Rs. 50
    • C) Loses Rs. 30
    • D) Gains Rs. 30

    Answer: Gains Rs. 50

    Explanation: Present value of Rs. 2200 received after 1 year at 10% = 2200/1.10 = Rs. 2000; gain = 2000−1950 = Rs. 50.