If x +5: x + 9 = 2 : 3, then x = ?
Select an answer
A 2
B 3
C 4
D. None of these
Answers
Answered by
3
Given:
x + 5 : x + 9 = 2 : 3
To Find:
The value of x.
Explanation:
According to the question,
x + 5 / x + 9 = 2 / 3
By cross multiplication, we get
3 ( x + 5 ) = 2 ( x + 9 )
or, 3x + 15 = 2x + 18
or, 3x - 2x = 18 - 15
or, x = 3
Answer:
The value of x is 3. Hence, the correct option is B. 3
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1
Answer:
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Step-by-step explanation:
( x + 5 ) : ( x + 9 ) = 2 : 3
( x + 5 ) / ( x + 9 ) = 2 / 3
3x + 15 = 2x + 18
3x - 2x = 18 - 15
x = 3
Answer: Option (B) 3
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