Im not sure if this is what you’re looking for but hope it helped!
1:2:3:4= 4:8:12:16
Explanation:
Add 1,2,3,4 then divide by 40 which gives you 4.
Then put those in the ratios given :)
I think that it is attempt. If i am wrong, sorry.
Answer:
-2
Step-by-step explanation:
-3+8x-5=-8
8x = -16
x = -2