Question : A sum was doubled with a 12.5% rate of simple interest per annum. Then time taken for that sum to be doubled is:
Option 1:
Option 2: 8 years
Option 3: 10 years
Option 4:
Correct Answer: 8 years
Solution :
Let the principal be
Sum =
Let the time be
We know, Simple interest =
⇒
⇒
Hence, the correct answer is 8 years.