Question

Give the value of x for the equivalent ratio 3:8 x:24​

Answer 1

x = 9

Explanation:

8: 24

Multiply 3

8 x 3 = 24

3 : x

Multiply 3

3 x 3 = 9

x = 9

Answer 2

9

Explanation:

3/8=x/24 (cross multiplication)

3*24=8x (we don't need to multiply 3 with 24 bc we will divide both sides by 8 so it will be easier to find the final value)

x=9