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Multiplication and Division Equations — Quiz

Question 5 • Grade 7 Mathematics

Adam’s car traveled 465 point 3 miles on 16 point 5 gallons of gas. Which equation can be used to determine the average number of miles that the car traveled on each gallon of gas?

Answer
A
x over 16 point 5 is equal to 465 point 3
B
465 point 3 x is equal to 16 point 5
C
16 point 5 x is equal to 465 point 3
D
x over 465 point 3 is equal to 16 point 5

Explanation

Let x represent the average number of miles traveled per gallon. Multiplying the miles per gallon by the 16.5 gallons gives the total distance, so 16.5x = 465.3. Therefore, the correct choice is C, 16.5x is equal to 465.3.

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