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Simple interest on a certain sum of money for 3 years at 8% per annum is half the compound interest on Rs. 16000 for 2 years at 10% per annum. The sum placed on simple interest is:

Rs 14000
Rs 3500
Rs 7000
Rs 5600

Correct Answer: Rs 7000

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