A sum is taken for two years at 16% p.a. If interest is compounded after every three months, the number of times for which interest is charged in two years is:
A
8
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B
4
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C
6
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D
9
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Solution
The correct option is A8 The correct answer is option (a). We know that, the rate of interest is considered after every three months. In the same way, the time period for amount in a year will four times. If amount is taken for 2 year, then 4×2=8times charged in two year.