Question

X-5 : 4 = 3
What is «x» then??

Answer 1

17

Explanation:

Solve for x:

x - 5:4 = 3

Convert ratios to fractions:

(x - 5)/4 = 3

Multiply both sides by 4:

x - 5 = 12

Add 5 to both sides:

Answer: x = 17