Question

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

Answer 1

Answer:

option d

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the number be x

40% of x = 0.40x

Increased by 40% = 28

That is ,

           x + 0.40x = 28

               1.40x = 28

                   $x = \frac{28}{1.40}$

                  $x = \frac{28 \times 100}{1.40 \times 100 } = \frac{28 \times 100}{140} =\frac{4 \times 100}{20} = 4 \times 5 = 20$

Therefore, the number is 20

Answer 2

Answer:

d. 20

Step-by-step explanation:

28 ÷ (100%+40%)

= 28 ÷ 140%

= 28 ÷ 1.4 = 20