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The difference between a number and its two-fifth is 510. What is 10 percent of that number?

  • A. 12.75
  • B. 12.75
  • C. 12.75
  • D. 12.75

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Let the number be x

Then, x - 2x/5 = 510

(5x - 2x) /5 = 510

3x = 510×5

x = 850

So, 10% of 850 = 85


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