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Interest is compounded half-yearly at 10% per annum on a deposit of ₹8000. What is the compound interest (in ₹) after 1½ years?

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  • A1261
  • B1200
  • C1240
  • D1281

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Half-yearly rate = 5%, periods = 3. Amount = . CI = 9261 − 8000 = ₹1261.
Answer: A) 1261

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