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Manny and Emma are entering a long jump competition at their school. Manny can jump 4/5 of the distance Emma can jump. Manny can jump 40 inches. How far can Emma jump?

Manny and Emma are entering a long jump competition at their school. Manny can jump 4/5 of the distance Emma can jump. Manny can jump 40 inches. How far can Emma jump?
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Manny and Emma are entering a long jump competition at their school. Manny can jump 4/5 of the distance Emma can jump. Manny can jump 40 inches. How far can Emma jump?

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50 inches 4/5*x=40

x=40/(4/5)

x=40*5/4=200/4=50 x=50 inches

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