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sub-505
Arithmetic
If a number is first multiplied by 6 and then the resulting product is divided by 240, what number would you need to divide the original number by to achieve the same result?
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30
40
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50
D
60
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120
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When a number is multiplied by 6 and then divided by 240, the operation can be expressed as (number * 6) / 240. This…
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WilsonJan 31, 2025
Can someone explain it other way?
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SharadJun 12, 2024
Can you explain more?
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ethanJan 11, 2025
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What this question tests
What it tests
Your fluency with the order of operations, fractions, decimals, and basic number sense — the foundation every quant question leans on.
Common trap
Applying the order of operations out of sequence or rounding intermediate values before the final step.
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sub-505
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