When a number is subtracted from 24 and the difference is divided by that number, the result is 3. what is the value of the number?

a. 2

b. 4

c. 6

d. 12

Answer: C

Step-by-step explanation:

Considering the number to be = x

Interpreting the question

(24 - x) / x = 3

By multiplying through by x, or cross multiply using a layman language,

24 - x = 3x, since 3 is an integer

solving for x

3x + x = 24

4x = 24

x = 6

Therefore, the option is C