SOLUTION: I have 5 over 8 is equal to n over 6

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Question 168771: I have 5 over 8 is equal to n over 6
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
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5%2F8=n%2F6 Start with the given ratio


%285%2F8%29%2A6=n Multiply both sides by 6


30%2F8=n Multiply


15%2F4=n Simplify



So our answer is n=15%2F4 which in decimal form is n=3.75