A = P (1 + r / 100)ᵗ
81P = P (1 + r / 100)⁴
Canceling P from both sides:
81 = (1 + r / 100)⁴
Taking the fourth root:
∜81 = 1 + r / 100
3 = 1 + r / 100
Solving for r:
r / 100 = 2
r = 200%
Thus, the correct answer is 200% (Option D).
Arun’s present age in years is 40% of Barun’s. In another few years, Arun’s age will be half of Barun’s. By what percentage will Barun’s age increase during this period?