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One-fifth of "r" is 15

User Moettinger
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1/5r = 15

(5)1/5r = 15(5)

r = 75
User Gilad Baruchian
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One-fifth of r is 15 is translated to, 1/5r = 15

The word "of" means multiply and the word "is" means equal

And if you're looking for "r" then follow these steps⬇️
1/5 (5/1) ⬅️ cancel out this
15 (5/1) = 75
R = 75

Good luck on your assignment
User Mr Haven
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