- AFirst, by ₹180
- BSecond, by ₹180
- CBoth earned equally
- DFirst, by ₹90
Step-by-Step Solution
First: = ₹900. Second: = ₹720. First earned more by 900 − 720 = ₹180.
Answer: A) First, by ₹180
Two friends each lent ₹6000.
The first lent at 5% per annum for 3 years; the second at 6% per annum for 2 years.
Who earned more simple interest and by how much?
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