How do you solve #5/(2x) = 25/4#?

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Eric C.
Sep 28, 2017

#x = 2/5#

Explanation:

Start by cross multiplying. Multiply the denominator and the numerator of the other fraction.

#5/(2x) = 25/4#
#20 = 50x#

Divide both sides by the coefficient of x which is 50.

#20 = 50x#
#20/50 = x#

Simplify

#2/5 = x#

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