Question

What is the solution to the equation?

5 = 2/5 a

O 2

O 4 3/5

O 12 1/2

O 25

Answer 1

Option C,
`12(1)/(2)`

Explanation:

Step 1: Multiply both sides by 5/2

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

`5 * (5)/(2) = (2)/(5)a * (5)/(2)`

`(25)/(2)=a`

`12(1)/(2)=a`

Answer: Option C,
`12(1)/(2)`

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