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Proof that the given proportion is not equivalent.
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The given proportions are
Formula used:
The value of x are different in both proportions.
Proof:
The given proportions are
From
Using cross multiplication and solving for x
And for
Using cross multiplication and solving for x
Here we get for different fraction get different value of x.
Therefore, the given fractions are not equivalent.
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