Question

The ratio of cats and dogs on Karen's farm is 4 to 5. If there are 424 cats. How many dogs are there?

A) Write a proportion that is defined by this situation.
B) Explain how the cross product is used to solve the problem
C) Answer the question.

(As you answer the following questions, write explanations for why your current answer is correct )

Answer 1

Answer: 530

Explanation:

you need to put 4/5 then put 424/x then you multiply across and take 5x424 then devide your answer by 4 and get X=530