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  1. A sum of Rs. 2665 is lent into two parts so that the interest on the first part for 8 years at 3% per annum may be equal to the interest on the second part for 3 years at 5% per annum. Find the second sum?
  2. A.
    Rs.1678
    B.
    Rs.1640
    C.
    Rs.2341
    D.
    None

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    Answer : Option B

    Explanation :

    (x*8*3)/100 = ((2665 - x)*3*5)/100

    24x/100 = 39975/100 - 15x/100

    39x = 39975 => x = 1025

    Second sum = 2665 “ 1025 = 1640


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