Question

2/3 of a number is less than the original number by 20. Find the number. ​

Answer 1

Answer:

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Let the original number be x.

According to the question we can write as (2/3)x+20x

On rearranging x−(2/3)x=20

Now taking the L.C.M od 1 and 3 is 3

(3x−2x)/3=20

x/3=20

Again by transposing x=60

So the original number is 60

Answer 2

Answer:

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Step-by-step explanation:

The required number is 60.