SOLUTION: I'm trying to solve the following problem for x: 54/58 = x/100 However, I'm stuck on how to begin. Does 54x = 5800 or does 5400 = 58x? WHAT IS THE RULE IN THIS CASE? Thank

Algebra ->  Numeric Fractions Calculators, Lesson and Practice -> SOLUTION: I'm trying to solve the following problem for x: 54/58 = x/100 However, I'm stuck on how to begin. Does 54x = 5800 or does 5400 = 58x? WHAT IS THE RULE IN THIS CASE? Thank      Log On


   

Question 317729: I'm trying to solve the following problem for x: 54/58 = x/100
However, I'm stuck on how to begin. Does 54x = 5800 or does 5400 = 58x?
WHAT IS THE RULE IN THIS CASE?
Thanks,
John
Answer by Earlsdon(6294) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Solve for x:
54%2F58+=+x%2F100 Multiply both sides by 100.
5400%2F58+=+x Simplify.
x+=+933%2F29