Question

which expression is equivalent to \\(\frac{1}{3} \times 5\\)? \\(5 \div 1\\) \\(3 \div 5\\) \\(5 \div 3\\) \\(1 \div 3\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Rewrite multiplication as division

Recall that $\frac{1}{a} \times b = b \div a$. For $\frac{1}{3} \times 5$, substitute $a=3$, $b=5$.
$\frac{1}{3} \times 5 = 5 \div 3$

Step2: Match with given options

Compare the result to the provided choices.

Answer:

$5 \div 3$