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Simplify 1¼ ÷ (2 ÷ ¼ of 28)

Simplify 1¼ ÷ (2 ÷ ¼ of 28)
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  • A 1 \( \frac{3}{8}\)
  • B 2 \( \frac{3}{4}\)
  • C 4 \( \frac{3}{8}\)
  • D 3 \( \frac{1}{5}\)
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
1¼ ÷ [ 2 ÷ ¼] of 28
Apply BODMAS rules
\( \frac{5}{4}\) ÷ [ 2 ÷ ¼ x 28 ]
\( \frac{5}{4} ÷ \frac{2}{7} \)
\( \frac{5}{4} x \frac{7}{2} \)
\( \frac{35}{8}\)
= \(4 \frac{3}{8}\)

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