SOLUTION: The ratio of the sum of my favorite number and 9 to 5 is the same as the ratio 3 to 5. What is my favorite number

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Question 1143908: The ratio of the sum of my favorite number and 9 to 5 is the same as the ratio 3 to 5. What is my favorite number
Answer by ikleyn(52818) About Me  (Show Source):
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%28x+%2B9%29%2F5 = 3%2F5    ====>


x + 9 = 3


x = 3 - 9 = -6   is your favorite number.