Question

Given that 3x/8 = 9y/4, Find the ratio of x:y​

Answer 1

Explanation:

3x/8=9y/4

3x/2=9y

1.5x=9y

1.5x:9y

Answer 2

1:6

Explanation:

3x/8 = 9y/4

Multiply by 8

3x = 9y/4 *8

3x = 18 y

Divide by 3

x = 18y/3

x = 6y

The ratio is of x to y is

1:6