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Interest

ICSE · Class 8 · Mathematics

Complete topic list for Interest in ICSE Class 8 Mathematics. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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Topics in Interest

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1. Basic Terms and Meanings

  • A sum lent at 9% for 5 years produced twice as much interest as ₹4,800 in 4½ years at 10%; the required sum is ₹9,600.
  • A certain sum amounts to ₹9,440 in 3 years and ₹10,400 in 5 years; the sum is ₹8,000 and the rate is 6%.
  • Equal sums lent at 8% for 3 years and 9% for 2 years, with the second earning ₹288 less, give a sum of ₹4,800 in each case.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Interest

Principal (P)Interest (I)Rate (R)Time (T)Amount (A)Simple InterestCompound InterestWorked Examples

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Interest for ICSE Class 8 Mathematics?
Interest covers several key topics that are frequently asked in ICSE Class 8 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Interest — ICSE Class 8 Mathematics?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 43 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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