SOLUTION: I do not know how to solve this problem correctly. Kate makes 4 free throws every 10 attempts. At this rate how many free throws can she expect to make in 15 attempts?

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Question 555420: I do not know how to solve this problem correctly. Kate makes 4 free throws every 10 attempts. At this rate how many free throws can she expect to make in 15 attempts?
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
You can set up a ratio
+4%2F10+=+x%2F15+
Multiply both sides by +30+
+12+=+2x+
+x+=+6+
She can expect to make 6 freethrows in 15 attempts