How do I solve 9/5 = x/16

Mathematics

1 answer:

zhenek [66]3 years ago

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Answer:

Cross Multiply

Step-by-step explanation:

1. Multiply 16 by 9 and you get 144
2. Multiply 5 by x

This is called cross multiplying.

3. Set up the equation. 5x=144
144/5=28.8

x=28.8

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