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BECE Mathematics 2023 Objective — Question 21

Question 21 of 120 from the Basic Education Certificate Examination (Junior WAEC) (BECE) Mathematics 2023 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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At what rate per annum will ₦1,600 give ₦400.00 as simple interest in 2 years?

  • A. 5.5%
  • B. 7.2%
  • C. 8.0%
  • D. 10.5%
  • E. 12.5%Correct

Explanation

R = (100 × I)/(P × T) = (100 × 400)/(1600 × 2) = 12.5%.

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