
Carol H. answered 11/05/18
Experienced Mathematics Tutor w/ Master's Degree in Math
Let x = the number of men
men/women: 4/5 = 70/x
Cross multiply.
5x = 280
x = 56 men
56 + 70 = 126 employees
Stephanie H.
asked 11/05/18The ratio of men to woman working for a company is 4 to 5. If there are 70 woman working for the company what is the total number of employees
Carol H. answered 11/05/18
Experienced Mathematics Tutor w/ Master's Degree in Math
Let x = the number of men
men/women: 4/5 = 70/x
Cross multiply.
5x = 280
x = 56 men
56 + 70 = 126 employees
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