Question

Solve the proportion. 2/8 = -30/x

Answer 1

To solve a proportion set it up like

`(2)/(8) = -(30)/(x)`

Now cross multiply the -30 and the 8 so -30 x 8 = -240
Now take the -240 and divide it by 2

`(-240)/(2) = -120`
So x = -120

Answer = 120