If the number is decreased by 5 and divided by 7 the result is 7. What would be the result if 6 is subtracted and divided by 8?  Choices
A) 4
B) 6
C) 8
D) 5
E) 3

Rationale: explanation : let the number be x . then , ( x - 5 ) / 7 = 7 = > x - 5 = 49 x = 54 . : ( x - 6 ) / 8 = ( 54 - 6 ) / 8 = 6 answer : option b
Answer: B