Choose a verbal interpretation of the following symbolic statement: $$\frac { n } { 5 } = 15$$
A)Five more than a number is fifteen.
B)The sum of a number and five is fifteen.
C)The quotient of a number and five is fifteen.
D)The product of a number and five is fifteen.

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The symbol "/" indicates division, and the statement says "the quotient of a number and five is fifteen." Therefore, choice C is the best interpretation.

Choose a Verbal Interpretation of the Following Symbolic Statement n5=15\frac { n } { 5 } = 155n​=15

Choose a Verbal Interpretation of the Following Symbolic Statement $\frac { n } { 5 } = 15$