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The value of 2.444… (the digit 4 repeating) multiplied by 0.75 is:

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  • A9/5
  • B5/3
  • C7/4
  • D11/6

Step-by-Step Solution

First convert the recurring decimal: 2.444… = 2 + 4/9 = 22/9. Also 0.75 = 3/4. So the product is (22/9) × (3/4) = 66/36 = 11/6 (about 1.833). Rounding 2.444… down to 2.4 gives 1.8 = 9/5, which is close but wrong.
Answer: D) 11/6

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