What value of x will make this proportion true? 14/x=1/2

a. 7

b. 18

c. 24

d. 28

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29 May, 00:22

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Pierre Stephens · Answer 1

Hi

14/x = 1/2

2·14 = 1·x

28 = x

x = 28

Answer: d) 28

Jones · Answer 2

14/x = 1/2

Cross multiply, which is: a/b = c/d ⇒ ad = bc

After cross multiplying, we get:

x = 2 (14)

x = 28

Your final answer is C. 28.

What value of x will make this proportion true? 14/x=1/2a. 7b. 18c. 24d. 28