Question

Solve the following proportion: 14/22=x/9

Answer 1

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In order to solve proportions, apply cross-multiplication:

`\longrightarrow\tt{\displaystyle(14)/(22)=(x)/(9)}`

`\longrightarrow\tt{14\cdot9=x\cdot22}`

Simplify:

`\longrightarrow\tt{126=22x}`

Divide both sides by 22:

`\longrightarrow\tt{\displaystyle(126)/(22)=(22x)/(22)}`

Reduce the fraction:

`\longrightarrow\tt{\displaystyle(63)/(11)=x}`

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Answer 2

Explanation:

14/22 = x/9

or, 14×9÷22 = x

hence, x = 5.72