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What is the solution to the equation? 5 = two-fifths a 2 4 and three-fifths 12 and one-half 25

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Answer:

12 1/2

Explanation:

User Hulke
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Answer:

12 1/2

Explanation:

Multiply the equation by the inverse of the coefficient of a.

5 = (2/5)a

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

25/2 = a

12 1/2 = a . . . . written as a mixed number

The solution is 12 1/2.

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