JAMB Mathematics 1985 Question 2

Question 2

Commercial Arithmetic

A sum of money was invested at 8% per annum simple interest. If after 4 years the money amounts to ₦330.00, find the amount originally invested.

  1. A.₦180.00
  2. B.₦165.00
  3. C.₦150.00
  4. D.₦200.00
  5. E.₦250.00
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (₦250.00)

Explanation

In 4 years at 8% the interest is 32% of the principal, so 1.32P = 330 and P = ₦250.00.