Chapter 12, Problem 64CUR

To determine

To solve: The equation $\frac{99}{w}=\frac{9}{14}$

Answer to Problem 64CUR

The value of $w$ in the equation is $154$ .

Explanation of Solution

Given information : The equation is $\frac{99}{w}=\frac{9}{14}$

Concept used : Cross-multiplication method.

Calculation :

  $\begin{array}{l}\frac{99}{w}=\frac{9}{14}\\ \Rightarrow 9\times w=14\times 99\\ \Rightarrow 9w=240\\ \Rightarrow w=\frac{14\times 99}{9}\\ \Rightarrow w=154\end{array}$

Thus, the value of $w$ in the equation is $154$