17 = 3(4x - 5)
<em><u>Distributive property.</u></em>
17 = 12x - 15
<em><u>Add 15 to both sides.</u></em>
32 = 12x
<em><u>Divide both sides by 12.</u></em>
x = 2.67. (This is your answer.)
Let me know if you have any questions.
Answer:
40m^2 152.6m^2
Step-by-step explanation:
Answer:
No, because the numbers in the given ratio must be multiplied by the same number.
Step-by-step explanation:
Essentially, ratio to be equal must be equal. E.g. 3:4 would be equal to 6:8 because you multiply both sides of the ratio by 2.
