Divide by 5 each side
X+2=4
Subtract 2 from each side
X=2
5(2+2)=20
Does work
In algebra when isolating (leaving alone on one side) x, you do the opposite operation, thus multiplying when you are trying to get rid of a division and vice versa
Bulletin boards can be in all shapes and sizes. There is no correct or incorrect answer to this problem.
Answer:
38 and 57
Step-by-step explanation:
It is easier to write the equivalent ratios first, then use that information to find the missing values.
3. ratio: cars/trucks = 3/5, or trucks/cars = 5/3. Missing value: 6/3*5 = 10.
4. ratio: TVs/Computers = 2/7, or Computers/TVs = 7/2. Missing value: 21/7*2 = 6.
Answer: 1.10
Work: 5 or more raise the next digit, 4 or less keep it