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Question 992929: how do i solve this problem
27 :63 = 12 : Q
q= ?
trying to help grandchild but don't know how to do it.
Answer by macston(5194) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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27:63=12:Q
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27%2F63=12%2FQ Multiply each side by Q.
%2827%2F63%29Q=12 Multiply each side by (63/27).
Q=%2863%2A12%29%2F27
Q=28