Inactive Tutor answered • 05/02/20
Tutor
New to Wyzant
5 / 8 = 20 / x
Solve for x. Multiply both sides by x and get
5x / 8 = 20
Now multiply both sides by 8/5 and get
x = (8/5)(20) = 32
Maddie G.
asked • 05/01/20What are the steps to solving a proportion?
Like it’s 5 over 8 and 20 over x let’s just say.
Follow
•
1
Add comment
More
Report
1 Expert Answer
Still looking for help? Get the right answer, fast.
Ask a question for free
Get a free answer to a quick problem.
Most questions answered within 4 hours.
OR
Find an Online Tutor Now
Choose an expert and meet online. No packages or subscriptions, pay only for the time you need.
