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At what rate percent per annum will a sum of money double itself in 8 years at simple interest?

Competition practiceSimple & Compound Interest
  • A10
  • B12.5
  • C8
  • D15

Step-by-Step Solution

To double, the interest equals the principal, so 8 = 100, giving % per annum.
Answer: B) 12.5

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