Question

Suppose a copy machine is set to reduce a picture that's 8.5 inches by 11 inches to picture dimensions that are one-half the original size. What proportion shows this reduction?

A) 8.5∕11 = 5.5∕4.25

B) 8.5∕11 = 2.125∕2.75

C) 8.5∕11 = 17∕22

D) 8.5∕11 = 4.25∕5.5

Answer 1

D

Explanation:

To reach this, you would divide both by half.

8.5 ÷ 2= 4.25

11 ÷ 2= 5.5

therefore, D