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4024/21 Oct/Nov 2025, Question 8: Simple interest

Cambridge O Level Mathematics 4024 · Paper 21 (Calculator) · Calculator · 2 marks

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The question, in short

$240 is invested at 2.35% simple interest per year. Find the total interest earned after 5 years.

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Solution · 2 marks

  1. 1Interest per year = 240 × 2.35/100 = $5.64
  2. 2Interest for 5 years = 5.64 × 5 = $28.20

Answer28.20

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