Chapter 6, Problem 13CR

To determine

To solve the proportion: $\frac{10}{25}=\frac{a}{5}$

Answer to Problem 13CR

The solution of $\frac{10}{25}=\frac{a}{5}$ is 2.

Explanation of Solution

Given information:

Consider the given proportion $\frac{10}{25}=\frac{a}{5}$

Calculation:

Using cross products property,

  $a=\frac{10\times 5}{25}\left[\text{Multiply}\right]$

  $a=\frac{50}{25}$ [Divide]

  $a=2$