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Under simple interest, what yearly rate (in %) makes a sum grow to three times itself in 10 years?

Competition practiceSimple & Compound Interest
  • A20
  • B30
  • C15
  • D25

Step-by-Step Solution

To become 3 times, the interest must equal 2 times the principal, i.e. 200% in 10 years, which is 200 ÷ 10 = 20% per annum.
Answer: A) 20

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