Number System Ques 29
Question
A number is such that when it is multiplied by 3 , it gives another number which is as much above 116 as the original number itself is below 116 . What is $40 \%$ of the original number?
(1) 23.2
(2) 24.8
(3) 20
(4) 20.8
(5) 21.6
IBPS Bank PO/MT CWE (Prelim Exam) 19.10.2019
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Answer: (1)
Solution: (1)
Let the number be $x$.
According to the question,
$3 x-116=116-x$
$\Rightarrow 4 x=116+116=232$
$\Rightarrow x=\frac{232}{4}=58$
$\therefore \quad 40 \%$ of $58=\frac{58 \times 40}{100}$ $=23.2$
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