Question

Solve the proportion.

x-8/5 = 2/4


A) 5/2
B) 9/2
C) 21/2
D) 18

Answer 1

21/10

Explanation:

x=2/4+8/5

x=10+32/20 (LCM 20)

x=42/20

x=21/10

Answer 2

21/2

Explanation: