When number 6 is added to 1/3 of a number, the result is What is that number?

When number 6 is added to 1/3 of a number, the result is What is that number?

A 44

B 66

C 42

D 84

Solution

Correct Answer: Option B

Let the number be= x

Then, 6+ x/3 = 28

or, (18+x)/3 = 28

or, 18+x = 84

or, x = 84 - 18

or, x = 66