Question

An Xbox is on sale for $250, which is 5/8 of its original price. Find the original price. a. $400

b. $2000
c. $156.25
d. $368

I need help plz

Answer 1

250 = 5/8 X
250 x 8/5 = X

250 x 8 / 5 = 400

Answer 2

If you divide 250 by 5, you get 50. 50 multiplied by 8 is 400. So, the correct answer is A. 400 dollars. I hope this helps!