SOLUTION: determine iof fractions are proportional 5/8 and 75/120

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Question 107353: determine iof fractions are proportional 5/8 and 75/120
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To determine if fractions are proportional, cross multiply numerators and denominators.
If the products are identical, then yes.
If not, then no.
If 5%2F8=75%2F120, then
5%2A120=8%2A75
600=600
Yes, they are proportional.