Question

Use cross products to solve the proportion 4/3 = x/12

Answer 1

Answer:

4(12)=3(x)

48/3=x

x=16

Answer 2

Answer: 12 = x

Step-by-step explanation: First, write the problem, 4/3 = x/12. Next, cross multiply. Write the equation, 4 x 12 = 3x. After, write the equation in a multiplying fraction sentence. 48/3 = 3x/3. Lastly, solve for x by dividing 48 by 3. You should end up with a result of 12 = x.