Question

Can some please explain how to do the math?

Answer 1

12 students/year

Explanation:

Make an equation
`5x=60`.
`x` is the enrollment drop per year and is what we have to find. It is multiplied by 5 as the drop of 60 took 5 years. Finally, 60 is the total drop in 5 years. To solve this equation, divide both sides of the equation by five and you have
`x`.
`x=12`. Since
`x` is the enrollment drop per year, this is your answer.