JAMB Mathematics 2013 Question 4

Question 4

Fractions, Decimals and Approximation

Evaluate (1.25 × 0.025)/0.05, correct to 1 decimal place.

  1. A.6.3
  2. B.0.5
  3. C.0.6
  4. D.6.2
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (0.6)

Explanation

1.25 × 0.025 = 0.03125, and 0.03125 ÷ 0.05 = 0.625, which is 0.6 to 1 decimal place.