Question

Solve the proportion x/12.6=45/63

Answer 1

x = 9

Explanation:

solve using cross multiplication

63(x) = 45(12.6)

63x = 567

x = 9

Answer 2

x=9

Explanation:

x/12.6=45/63

We can solve using cross products

x * 63 = 45*12.3

Divide each side by 63

x = 45*12.6/63

x = 9