24-02-2015
Mathematics

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what is 2/3 of 8
I'm stuck please help

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kmatras1 kmatras1

21-02-2017

To solve this problem, set up a proportion (or two ratios equal to one another):

2/3 = x/8

Next, cross multiply:

2 (8) = 3 (x)
16 = 3x

To get x by itself, divide both sides by 3:

16/3 = 3x/3
16/3 = x

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