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Two-third of a number exceeds one-third of the number by 10. Find the number

A

10

B

20

C

30

D

40

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The correct Answer is:
c
Let the equantity be x
`(2)/(3)x - (1)/(3) x = 10`
`(x)/(3) = 10`
`x = 30`
Hence, the correct option is (c)
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