Answer: D
Let the principal \( = x \) rupees. Since it doubles in 20 years, the interest earned is \( (2x - x) \) rupees \( = x \) rupees. \(\therefore\) The rate of interest: \[ \cfrac{100 \times x}{x \times 20} = 5\% \] At the same 5% interest rate, if \( x \) rupees becomes four times, the interest earned will be \( (4x - x) \) rupees \( = 3x \) rupees. \(\therefore\) The required time: \[ \cfrac{100 \times 3x}{x \times 5} = 60 \text{ years} \]
Let the principal \( = x \) rupees. Since it doubles in 20 years, the interest earned is \( (2x - x) \) rupees \( = x \) rupees. \(\therefore\) The rate of interest: \[ \cfrac{100 \times x}{x \times 20} = 5\% \] At the same 5% interest rate, if \( x \) rupees becomes four times, the interest earned will be \( (4x - x) \) rupees \( = 3x \) rupees. \(\therefore\) The required time: \[ \cfrac{100 \times 3x}{x \times 5} = 60 \text{ years} \]