Arithmetichard · Past Paper
A property depreciates by 10% of its value at the beginning of each year. If its value at the end of 3 years is Rs 729, find its original value.
ARs 1000
BRs 1100
CRs 900
DRs 1200
✓ Correct Answer: A — Rs 1000
729 = P(1 - 0.1)^3 => 729 = P(0.729) => P = 1000.
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