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  • 08-02-2016
  • Mathematics
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Solve the proportion
5/x = 4/8
A. 2
B. 6
C. 8
D. 10

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JaySL JaySL
  • 08-02-2016
Cross-multiply for a result of:

40=4x

Divide by 4 to see that x=10.  D is the correct answer.
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Leader
Leader Leader
  • 08-02-2016
5/x = 4/8

Simplify the fraction 4/8

Divide both the numerator and denominator by 4 to get 1/2

5/x = 1/2

Now, we cross multiply: a/b = c/d ⇒ ad = bc

5/x = 1/2
1(x) = 5(2)
x = 10

Your final answer is D. 10.
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