i will use proportions for this.
x 52
------- = --------
2650 100
Cross multiply and u get 1378.
Hope it helps. :)
A. You need to compare 2/5, 1/2 and 3/4
2/5= .4
1/2= .5
3/4=.75
Therefore the bucket that is 2/5 full is less than 1/2 full
We have to use the Distributive Property in this equation.
By the Distributive Property,

becomes

Now we need to isolate x. Remember PEMDAS?


Simplify the right side.
