SOLUTION: 22/38 = 33/2x+7 =

Algebra ->  Proportions  -> Lessons -> SOLUTION: 22/38 = 33/2x+7 =       Log On


   

Question 245498: 22/38 = 33/2x+7 =
Answer by checkley77(12844) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
22/38 = 33/2x+7 (cross multiply)
22(2x+7=38*33
44x+154=1,254
44x=1,254-154
44x=1,100
x=1,100/44
x=25 ans.
Proof:
22/38=33/(2*25+7)
22/38=33/(50+7)
22/38=33/57 reduce fractions.
11/19=11/19