What is the solution to this equation 5= 2/5 a

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Nikel Weis · Answer 1 · 2021-05-28T08:03:48+0000

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Answer:

a = 25/2 = 12.5

Explanation:

Multiply both sides of the equation by the inverse of the coefficient of 'a'.

(5/2)(5) = (5/2)(2/5)a

25/2 = a = 12.5