Question

if 4 times a number is 240, what is 3 times the number?
a 40
b 60
c 120
d 180

Explanation:

Step1: Find the unknown number

Let the number be $x$. Given $4x=240$, solve for $x$:
$x=\frac{240}{4}=60$

Step2: Calculate 3 times the number

Multiply the found number by 3:
$3x=3\times60=180$

Answer:

D 180