If the number is divided by 3, it reduced by 48. The number is Choose the correct choice
A) 51  B) 50  C) 45  D) 72  E) 36

Rationale: "explanation : let the number be x . then , x - ( x / 3 ) = 48 = > 2 x / 3 = 48 = > x = 72 answer : option d"
Answer: D