If a number x is 10% less than another number y and y is 10% more than 125, then x is equal to  Choose the correct choice from the following choices: A) 143 B) 150 C) 123.75 D) 140.55 E) None
Solution   y = 125 + 10% of 125   = 125 + 12.50 = 137.50.   x = 137.50 - 10% of 137.50   = 137.50 - 13.75   = 123.75.   Answer 123.75
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If a number x is 10% less than another number y and y is 10% more than 125, then x is equal to