SOLUTION: Could someone please show me how to do this problem? Write a proportion that is equivalent to the statement: If 3 gallons of gasoline cost $5.37, then 8 gallons will cost $14.32. B

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Question 400581: Could someone please show me how to do this problem? Write a proportion that is equivalent to the statement: If 3 gallons of gasoline cost $5.37, then 8 gallons will cost $14.32. Be sure to show how you know your answer is the only correct choice and not the others.
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
5.37%2F3+=+14.32%2F8
Multiply both sides by 24
42.96+=+42.96
OK