A number when increased by 50 %', gives 2400. The number is:

Correct option is C

Given:

A number is increased by 50% and becomes 2400.

Need: The original number.

Formula Used:

Increased Value =$$\text{Original Number} \times \left(1 + \frac{\text{Percentage Increase}}{100}\right)$$​

Solution:

Let, Original Number = N

2400 =$$N \times \left(1 + \frac{50}{100}\right)$$​

2400 = N$$\times 1.5$$​

N =$$\frac{2400}{1.5} =$$​ 1600