Question

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?

Answer 1

50 inches       4/5*x=40

                       x=40/(4/5)

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