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QWhat is the number if 65% of it is 21 less than 4/5 of the number?

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  • A 140 ✔ ✖
  • B 127 ✔ ✖
  • C 152 ✔ ✖
  • D 132 ✔ ✖
Correct Answer: Option A

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To find the number, you can set up an equation using the given information. 

The number, represented by x, is equal to 65% of x, which is 21 less than 4/5 of the number.

You can then solve for x by rearranging the terms and solving the equation. 

After rearranging the terms and solving, you get x = 140.

Therefore, the number is 140

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