When two variables are proportionate, they increase and decrease at the same ratio.
36 / 40 = 0.9
0.9 * 140 = 126
When y = 140, x = 126.
2. 150 / 30 = 5
5 * 48 = 240lbs
A person who weighs 48 lbs on the moon weighs 240lbs on Earth.
3. 110 / 66 = 0.6
0.6 * 80 = 48
y = 48 when x = 80