SSC MTS 5 Feb 2026 Shift 3 Paper

Concept:Simple interest is added to the principal to get the total amount due. The cash paid is the total amount minus the value of the motorcycle given.Explanation:First, calculate simple interest: $SI = (P \times R \times T) / 100 = (18000 \times 10 \times 3) / 100 = 5400$. Total amount payable = Principal + SI = $18000 + 5400 = 23400$. He gave a motorcycle worth ₹12,000. So cash paid = Total amount – Motorcycle value = $23400 - 12000 = 11400$.Thus, the cash he paid is ₹11,400.Answer:Option C: ₹11,400.