Mathematics for FinanceMTP Jun 23 - Series IQuestion 1583 of 512
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Ravi made an investment of 15,000\displaystyle 15,000 in a scheme and at the time of maturity, the amount was 25,000\displaystyle 25,000. If the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for this investment is 8.88%\displaystyle 8.88\%. Calculate the approximate number of years for which he has invested the amount.

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A6\displaystyle 6
B7.7\displaystyle 7.7
C5.5\displaystyle 5.5
D7\displaystyle 7
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Correct Answer

✅ Option b — 7.7\displaystyle 7.7

All Options:

  • A6\displaystyle 6
  • B7.7\displaystyle 7.7
  • C5.5\displaystyle 5.5
  • D7\displaystyle 7

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The CAGR relation is: FV=PV(1+CAGR)nFV = PV(1 + \text{CAGR})^n Given: * Initial Value (PV\displaystyle PV) = 15,000\displaystyle 15,000 * Final Value (FV\displaystyle FV) = 25,000\displaystyle 25,000 * CAGR=8.88%=0.0888\displaystyle \text{CAGR} = 8.88\% = 0.0888 Substituting the values: 25,000=15,000(1.0888)n25,000 = 15,000 (1.0888)^n 1.6667=(1.0888)n1.6667 = (1.0888)^n n=ln⁡(1.6667)ln⁡(1.0888)=0.5108260.085078≈6 yearsn = \frac{\ln(1.6667)}{\ln(1.0888)} = \frac{0.510826}{0.085078} \approx 6 \text{ years} Mathematically, the time is 6\displaystyle 6 years (Option A). However, the official key marks Option B (7.7\displaystyle 7.7). Hence, **Option B** is the correct answer.

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