Question

Solve the proportion for X.
5/2.5=
X/2
1
4
5.5
6.25

Answer 1

`\large \boxed{X = 4}`

Explanation:

5/2.5 = X/2

To solve a proportion, use the following equation:

(numerator * opposite denominator) = (numerator * opposite denominator)

Substitute in given numbers

(5 * 2) = (X * 2.5)

Multiply to simplify

10 = 2.5X

Divide both sides of this equation by 2.5

`\large \boxed{X = 4}`

Hope this helps :)