Question

How do you solve this problem?

Answer 1

x=48

Explanation:

x-3 15

------------ = ----------

6 2

We can use cross products to solve this problem

(x-3) *2 = 6*15

Distribute

2x-6 = 90

Add 6 to each side

2x-6+6 = 90+6

2x=96

Divide by 2

2x/2 = 96/2

x = 48