Top 6 PYQs (2018–2018) — with Solutions & Shortcuts
SSC CHSL Simple & Compound Interest is one of the most frequently tested topics — 6 previous year questions from 2018–2018 papers are included on this page. Each question comes with a step-by-step solution, common trap identified, and a time-saving shortcut.
Rajesh invests ₹8,000 at 10% per annum for 2 years. What is the difference between the compound interest and simple interest earned on this amount?
Q2Easy
What is the compound interest on ₹8,000 at 10% per annum for 2 years, compounded annually?
Q3Medium
Rajesh invested ₹8,000 in a bank at 10% per annum compound interest, compounded annually. After 2 years, he withdrew half of the amount. The remaining amount was kept for another 1 year at the same rate. What is the final amount with Rajesh?
Q4Medium
A sum of ₹8,000 is invested at 10% per annum compounded half-yearly for 1 year. What is the compound interest earned?
Q5Hard
A sum of ₹16,000 is invested at 10% per annum compounded half-yearly. What is the compound interest accrued after 1.5 years?
Q6Hard
A sum of money becomes ₹9,680 after 2 years at 10% per annum compound interest. If the same sum is invested at 12% per annum simple interest for 3 years, what will be the total interest earned?
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