Question

Solve the following proportion. P/6 = 7/8
A: P=5.25
B: P=8
C: P=10.5
D: P=42

Answer 1

Answer:

A

Step-by-step explanation:

given $\frac{P}{6}$ = $\frac{7}{8}$

using the method of cross- multiplication then

8P = 42 ( divide both sides by 8 )

P = $\frac{42}{8}$ = 5.25