Question

What is the solution to the proportion 5/9= m/63
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Answer 1

35

Explanation:

`(5)/(9) = (m)/(63)`

Cross multiply.

9m = 5*63 or 315

Divide both sides by 9.

m = 35

Check work. Substitute 35 for m and both equations will equal 315.

9*35 = 315 = 5*63

Answer 2

multiply the left side by 63....does that help?