If 3 : 5 = x : 40, what is x?
Correct answer: A. 24
In a proportion, the product of the means equals the product of the extremes: 5x = 3 × 40 = 120, so x = 24. Check: 24/40 = 3/5.
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Answer and explanation
The correct answer is A. 24
In a proportion, the product of the means equals the product of the extremes: 5x = 3 × 40 = 120, so x = 24. Check: 24/40 = 3/5.
Topic: Ratio, Proportion and Averages MCQs · Subject: Numerical Ability