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The number of years it would take for the value of an investment to double,at 26% interest compounded annually, is approximately which of the following?

A)2
B)3
C)4
D)5
E)6

An invest ment doubles itself in approximately (72/r) years.

Hence this investment will double itself in 72/26 or 3 years approximately.

Correct Option: B
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If we want to avoid calculation we can consider this interest as simple interest. At a simple interest of 26%, in two years return is 52% and in four years 104% which is more than double. Thus three years is the only suitable option.
Because aptitude papers like GMAT doesn't really test calculation skills of test taker, approximation is better approach.
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