1.  (25)7.5 x (5)2.5 ÷ (125)1.5 = 5?

A. 8.5
B. 13
C. 16
D. 17.5
E. None of these

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Let (25)7.5 x (5)2.5 ÷ (125)1.5 = 5x.

Then,(52)7.5 x (5)2.5= 5x
(53)1.5

5(2 x 7.5) x 52.5= 5x
5(3 x 1.5)

515 x 52.5= 5x
54.5

 5x = 5(15 + 2.5 - 4.5)

 5x = 513

 x = 13.