Question: If the true discount on a sum is $250 for 3 years at a rate of 10% per annum, what is the sum?
Options:
Correct Answer: $2250
Solution:
Let the sum be x. True Discount = x * 10 * 3 / 100. Thus, 250 = x * 30 / 100. Solving gives x = $833.33. Therefore, the sum = $833.33 + $250 = $1083.33.