if x is to 5 as y is to 8, what is the value of x when y=2

[scorpio2112]

if x is to 5 as y is to 8, what is the value of x when y=2

 

[Deleted member 4993]

Re: word problem

if x is to 5 as y is to 8, what is the value of x when y=2

Show us your work and exactly where you are stuck.

Hint: Use ratios.

 

[stapel]

if x is to 5 as y is to 8, what is the value of x when y=2

You set up the "is to" ratios, formed the "as" proportion, plugged in "2" for "y", and... then what?

Please be complete. Thank you!

Eliz.