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Find x if 2:x=2/6 what is the answer

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Answer:

x=6

Explanation:

Fractions can also be written as ratios therefore 2/6 can be written as...

2:6=2:x

Since both ratios are 2 to something, then that something has to be equal therefore...

x=6

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