When a number is decreased by 40% of itself, the result is 42. What is the number?

VIAGC asked May 12, 2023

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Answer:

The number will be 30

Explanation:

(40%+100%)/100%*x=42

(140%)/100*x=42

14x=42*10

x=30

H Bob answered May 16, 2023

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