What number is increased by 40% become 28? a.5 b. 10 c. 15 d. 20

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Manoj Behera · Answer 1 · 2022-12-25T17:21:36+0000

Answer:

option d

Explanation:

Let the number be x

40% of x = 0.40x

Increased by 40% = 28

That is ,

x + 0.40x = 28

1.40x = 28

$x = (28)/(1.40)\\$

x = (28 * 100)/(1.40 * 100 ) = (28 * 100)/(140) =(4 * 100)/(20) = 4 * 5 = 20

Therefore, the number is 20