Question

What is the solution for x in the proportion ten over sixteen equals five over x?

4

10

20

8

Answer 1

This is the equation you want to solve:

10/16 = 5/x

Answer 2

10 and 16 have a common factor of 2 so 10/16 can be written as 5/8.

That gives:

5/8 = 5/x --> Solve for x @mathnoobie10

Answer 3

I dont understand.. o _o

Answer 4

Take the equation and cross multiply.

5/8 = 5/x

5*x = 5*8

x = ?

Answer 5

o _o Can u dumb it down a bit more .. Im new at this.

Answer 6

5 times what number is equal to 5 times 8 ?