A sum of money invested at compound interest doubles itself in 3 years. In how many years will it amount to eight times itself at the same rate of compound interest? A. 15 years B. 9 years C. 12 years D. 6 years

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A sum of money invested at compound interest doubles itself in 3 years. In how many years will it amount to eight times itself at the same rate of compound interest?

A. 15 years

B. 9 years

C. 12 years

D. 6 years

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