Question

How do I solve the proportion problem 3; 24 : 3; ?

Answer 1

To solve the proportion problem \( \frac{3}{24} = \frac{3}{x} \), where you need to find the value of \( x \), you can set up the equation.

First, rewrite the proportion:

\[
\frac{3}{24} = \frac{3}{x}
\]

Now, cross-multiply:

\[
3 \cdot x = 3 \cdot 24
\]

This gives us:

\[
3x = 72
\]

Next, divide both sides by 3 to solve for \( x \):

\[
x = \frac{72}{3}
\]

Calculating that gives:

\[
x = 24
\]

Thus, the value of \( x \) is \( 24 \).