Question

Solve for x. 3:12 = x:16

Answer 1

3/12 = x/16 (multiple both sides by 16)
48/12 = x (simply left side)
4 = x

Answer 2

`x = 4`

Explanation:

We can represent each ratio as a fraction, then use the cross products property to find the value of x.

`(3)/(12) = (x)/(16) \\\\\\16\cdot3=48\\\\48/12=4`

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