Chapter 12.7, Problem 37S

To determine

To solve:the given proportion.

Answer to Problem 37S

The required solution is $2.14$

Explanation of Solution

Given: $\frac{x}{4}=\frac{3}{5.6}$

Calculation:

Consider the equation $\frac{x}{4}=\frac{3}{5.6}$

Simplify the equation as follows:

  $\begin{array}{l}\frac{x}{4}=\frac{3}{5.6}\\ x\cdot 5.6=3.4\text{ Cross product}\\ 5.6x=12\text{ Multiply}\\ x=\frac{12}{5.6}\text{ Divide}\\ x=2.14\text{ Simplify}\end{array}$

Conclusion:Hence, the value of x is $2.14$ .