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What can be the possible value of x to hold this relation.
87.87 < 87.8x

A
0
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7
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8
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9
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Solution

The correct option is D 9
Let's arrange the given numbers 87.87 and 87.8x in place value table.
H O . t h
8 7 . 8 7
8 7 . 8 x
Compare the hundredths place's digits of 87.87 and 87.8x since, first two digits are the same:

To hold the relationship
87.87 < 87.8x
Value of x must be greater than 7.

Options given : 0, 7, 8, 9
Only 9 is greater than 7.
Hence, value of x is 9.


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