Multiple choice

A man had Rs. x, from which he spent Rs. 6. If twice the amount left with him is Rs. 86, find x.

  1. Rs. 46

  2. Rs. 49

  3. Rs. 178

  4. Rs. 37

  5. Rs. 40
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B Correct answer
Explanation

 
The money the man had  Rs. xMoney spent by him =Rs.6Money left with him = Rs.( x - 6 ) According to the question twice thhe money left with him is Rs. =86 2(x - 6) = 86
2x - 12 = 86
2x = 86 + 12
2x = 98
x = 98/2
x = 49

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