Question

BIG IDEAS MATH Find the value of x so that the ratios x:9 and 5:6 are equivalent. X =

Answer 1

Answer:

x = 7.5

Step-by-step explanation:

The ratios can be written as a fraction. The word "and" can be replaced with the = sign. Now create a proportion.

$\frac{x}{9} = \frac{5}{6}$

Cross multiply

6x = 9(5)

6x = 45

Divide by 6 on both sides

6x/6 = 45/6

x = 7.5