A survey is conducted in a certain neighborhood to find out residents' favorite vacation spot. Two-fifths of the respondents, or 80 residents, said they like spending their vacation at the beach. Which equation represents the number of residents, r, surveyed? How many residents were surveyed? (1 point)

Answer 1

2/5r = 80

r = 80*5/2

r = <<80*5/2=200>>200

Answer: The equation is 2/5r = 80 and 200 residents were surveyed.