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19 April, 16:15

When a number is increased by 8.5%, the result is 53. What is the original number to the nearest tenth?

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  1. 19 April, 18:44
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    The original number = 48.8

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Let the number be x.

    According to the question,

    x + 0.085 x = 53

    ⇒ 1.085 x = 53

    ⇒ x = 48.8479 = 48.8
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