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How do i write a proportion?

How do i write a proportion?-example-1
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Answer:

When setting up a proportion you want to set up a known number with an unknown number (like shown below.)

Explanation:

You would start by setting up the proportion:


(15)/(10) =(x)/(6)

then you cross multiply.

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