solve the proportion.
x/12=91/84
x/12=91/84
Cross multiply
84x = 1092
Take it from there.
13
Right.
To solve the proportion x/12 = 91/84, we will use cross multiplication. Cross multiplication involves multiplying the numerator of one fraction with the denominator of the other fraction.
First, cross multiply the terms in the equation:
x * 84 = 12 * 91
Now, simplify each side of the equation:
84x = 1092
To isolate x, divide both sides of the equation by 84:
x = 1092 / 84
Now, divide the numerator by the denominator:
x ≈ 13
Therefore, the value of x is approximately equal to 13.