Question

Solve the proportion. 2/35 = x/280

Answer 1

x = 16

Explanation:

Solve for x:

`(2)/(35) = (x)/(280)`

Cross multiply first so we can get an algebraic expression

`35x=560`

Divide by 35 on both sides

`x=16`

The solved proportion would be:

`(2)/(35)=(16)/(280)`