The number which exceeds 12% of it by 52.8 is:
Choose the correct choice from the following answers:
A) 50
B) 52
C) 58
D) 60
E) None of these
Explanation:   Let the number be x. Then, x – 12% of x = 52.8   x – (12/100)x = 52.8   x (1– 12/100) = 52.8   (88/100)x = 52.8   x = (100 X 52.8) / 88 = 60   ANSWER 60
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The number which exceeds 12% of it by 52.8 is: