SOLUTION: Having a problem with this proportion: 3/4 = (n+7) (n+16) thanks.

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Question 224055: Having a problem with this proportion:
3/4 = (n+7)
(n+16)
thanks.
Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!


I think you mean:



If that's what you meant, simply cross multiply:



Distribute, collect like terms, and solve.


John