Question

The ratio of the width of the United States flag is 10:19 if the width is 4 feet what is the length

Answer 1

7.6 feet

Explanation:

Step 1: Create a proportion

10:19 is the same as 10/19

10/19 = 4/x

Step 2: Solve for x by cross multiplying

10/19 = 4/x

76 = 10x

x=7.6

The length is 7.6 feet, therefore, the answer is 7.6 feet.