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How do I solve 9/5 = x/16

How do I solve 9/5 = x/16
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How do I solve 9/5 = x/16

How do I solve 9/5 = x/16-example-1
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Answer:

Cross Multiply

Explanation:

1. Multiply 16 by 9 and you get 144
2. Multiply 5 by x

This is called cross multiplying.

3. Set up the equation. 5x=144
144/5=28.8

x=28.8

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