If 60% of a number is 1.2 more than 40% of it, what is the number?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 6.
Let the number = x
So, 0.6x = 0.4x + 1.2
⇒ 0.6x - 0.4x = 1.2
⇒ 0.2x = 1.2
⇒ x = 1.2/0.2 = 6