issb mathematics MCQ #21

A number increased by 20% becomes 240. Original number?

issb mathematics MCQ #21

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A number increased by 20% becomes 240. Original number?

    • A) 192
    • B) 200
    • C) 220
    • D) 288

    Answer: 200

    Explanation: 1.2x = 240 → x = 200. Common trap: subtracting 20% of 240 instead of dividing.