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If 2/3=x/12 what is the value of x​

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The best thing to do is get this into a non-denominator form as soon as possible.


(2)/(3) =(x)/(12)

multiply both sides by 12


12*(2)/(3) =12*(x)/(12)

Notice that 3 can be divided out of 12


4*3*(2)/(3) = x

Simplify and solve


4*2 = x\\8=x

The value of x is 8

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