When 20 is subtracted from a number , it reduces to seven-

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When 20 is subtracted from a number , it reduces to seven- twelve of the number. What is the sum of the digit of the number?

1. 16
2. 44
3. 48
4. 12

Correct Option: D

Let the number be x.
According to question,
x - 20 = 7x/12
⇒ x - 7x/12 = 20
⇒ (12x - 7x)/12 = 20
⇒ 5x/12 = 20
⇒ x = 20 x 12/5
⇒ x = 4 x 12
⇒ x = 48
Sum of the digits of 48 = 4 + 8 = 12