SOLUTION: 3 over 4 equals C over 24 ? I need to find the answer for the variable c

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Question 363361: 3 over 4 equals C over 24 ? I need to find the answer for the variable c
Found 2 solutions by jim_thompson5910, amoresroy:
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
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3%2F4=c%2F24 Start with the given ratio


%283%2F4%29%2A24=c Multiply both sides by 24


72%2F4=c Multiply


18=c Simplify


So our answer is c=18

Answer by amoresroy(361) About Me  (Show Source):
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3/4 = C/24
multiply both sides of equation by 24
24 * (3/4) = 24 * (C/24)
6 * 3 = C
C = 18