SOLUTION: Q: A photograph measures 2.25 centimeters high and 5 centimeters wide. How high will the photograph be if it is enlarged to 12 centimeters wide?
My answer is 5.625. Is it corr
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Question 189142: Q: A photograph measures 2.25 centimeters high and 5 centimeters wide. How high will the photograph be if it is enlarged to 12 centimeters wide?
My answer is 5.625. Is it correct? I got that answer by taking the 2.25 and multiplying it by 2.5. If not, could you provide the answer and steps taken to solve this problem?
Thanks,
Blake
Answer by Mathtut(3670) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
:
5x=12(2.5)
:
x=6
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