If 35% of a number is 24 less than 50% of that number, then the number is ? Choose the correct choice:
A) 180 B) 450 C) 160 D) 170 E) 185
Explanation:   Let the number be n. Then,   50% of n - 35% of n = 24   50/100 n - 35/100 n = 24   n = (24 x 100)/15 = 160.   Answer 160
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If 35% of a number is 24 less than 50% of that number, then the number is ?