Question

The result of a number, when decreased by 20%, is 192. Find the number.

Answer 1

Answer : 240

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer:

let the number be x.

x - 20% of x = 192

=> x - 0.20x = 192

=> 0.8x =192

=> x = 192 ÷ 0.8

=> x = 240

let's reverse check to confirm:

240 - 20% = 192

hence , answer is correct.

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