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Answer:

x=15

Explanation:


(5)/(4)=(x)/(12)\\

5/4 is a proportion that is equivalent to x/12, like how 1/4 is proportional to 25/100. Cross multiply to find the missing values.


5*12=4*x


60=4x


(60)/(4) =x


x=15

User Hajpoj
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Answer:

x = 15

Explanation:

First, you cross multiply both terms:

5 * 12 = 4 * x

Then, you simplify it.

60 = 4x

(60 = 4x)/4 =

15 = x

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