Question 2
Fractions, Decimals and ApproximationWhich of the following is equal to 72/125?
- A.(23 × 32)/53
- B.(24 × 3)/53
- C.(23 × 32)/55
- D.(24 × 3)/55
- E.(22 × 32 × 42)/52
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A ((23 × 32)/53)
Explanation
72 = 8 × 9 = 2³ × 3² and 125 = 5³, so 72/125 = (2³ × 3²)/5³.