When 40 is subtracted from a number, it reduces to seven-twelve of the number. What is the sum of the digit of the number  Choose the correct choice from the following answers
A) 40 B) 44 C) 96 D) 98 E) 95
Explanation:   Let the number be x. Then,   x - 40 = 7x/12 =&gt; x - 7x/12 = 40   5x/12 = 40 =&gt; x = 96   Answer: Option 96
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When 40 is subtracted from a number, it reduces to seven-twelve of the number. What is the sum of the digit of the number