\(a\) and \(b\) are nonzero integers such that \(0.35a=0.2b\). What is the value \(b\) in terms of \(a\)?
A. \(0.07a\)
B. \(0.57a\)
C. \(0.7a\)
D. \(1.75a\)
E. \(17.5a\)
The OA is D
Source: Princeton Review
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Solution:
0.35a = 0.2b
b = 0.35a/0.2 = 35a/20 = 1.75a
Answer: D
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