Multiple choice

The true discount on a bill due by 6 months at 12% per annum is Rs. 189. Find the amount of the bill.

  1. Rs. 3150

  2. Rs. 3498

  3. Rs. 3339

  4. Rs. 3338

  5. Rs. 451.5
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Let present worth be Rs. x. Then, S.I. on Rs. x at 12% for 6 months=Rs. 189 Therefore, x * 12 *6/12 *1/100=189 x=3150 Present worth=Rs 3150 Amount=present worth+true discount
              =3150+189               =3339 It is the correct answer.

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