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31 May, 17:03

What is the solution to the proportion? 5/x = 2/8

x = 3.2

x = 40

x = 20

x = 1.25

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  1. 31 May, 17:31
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    5/x = 2/8

    Take the reciprocal of both sides of the equation

    x/5 = 8/2

    Multiply each side by 5

    x = 40/2

    x = 20
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