Question

Write your answer as either a whole number, a reduced improper fraction, or a decimal rounded to the hundredths place.

Answer 1

For the Whole number:
`x = 7`

For a reduced improper fraction:
`x = (20)/(3)`

For a decimal number :
`x = 6.667`

Explanation:

Given that,

`(6)/(8) = (5)/(x)`

By cross-multiplying, we have

`6x = 5 * 8 = 40`

Dividing both sides by 6, we have

`(6x)/(6) = (40)/(6)\\\implies x = \bold{(20)/(3)} \\\implies x = \bold{6.667}\\\implies x = \bold{7}`

Answer 2

x=20/3

Explanation:

simplify 6/8 to 3/4. next, cross multiply 3/4 and 5/x. you then get 3x=20. divide each side by 3. you have x=20.