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Question
When a number is divided by 8, the result is –3. The number is ______.
Solution
When a number is divided by 8, the result is –3. The number is –24.
Explanation:
Let the number be x.
According to the question,
`x/8 = - 3`
⇒ x = 8 × (–3) ...[By cross-multiplication]
⇒ x = –24
Hence, the required number is –24.
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