Question

Using the picture below, set up a proportion and solve for d if a = 7 b = 4, and c =2




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Responses

d = 14
d = 14

d = 8
d = 8

d = 25.9
d = 25.9

d = 21

Answer 1

To help you set up a proportion and solve for \( d \), I will assume the relationship between the variables based on common geometric ratios or similar triangles.

If we have the variables arranged in a proportion based on their corresponding values, we can express this as:

\[
\frac{a}{b} = \frac{c}{d}
\]

Given the values:
- \( a = 7 \)
- \( b = 4 \)
- \( c = 2 \)
- \( d \) is unknown

We can set up the proportion as follows:

\[
\frac{7}{4} = \frac{2}{d}
\]

Now, cross-multiply to solve for \( d \):

\[
7d = 4 \times 2
\]

\[
7d = 8
\]

Now, divide both sides by 7:

\[
d = \frac{8}{7} \approx 1.14
\]

Since this does not match any of your response options, let's consider if \( d \) could be calculated differently with different assumptions. If the assumption of ratios or the specific geometric relationships were defined differently or if \( c \) represented a larger scaling value, we'd need that context to properly determine \( d \).

### Please verify the relationships
Based on the provided response options, none correspond to the calculation made from the simple proportion. For values of \( d \) like 14, 8, 25.9, and 21, it may suggest a different context or geometric relationship that hasn't been shared.

If you could clarify any further details or the nature of the picture, I would be able to assist you better!