Question

What is the solution to the proportion 3/m = 12/15


A.
m = 2.4

B.
m = 3.75

C.
m = 4.5

D.
m = 4.75

Answer 1

The answer is
B.
m=3.75

Answer 2

Answer:The correct answer is option B.

Explanation:

Proportion the given solution:

$\frac{3}{m}=\frac{12}{15}$

$\frac{3}{12}=\frac{m}{15}$

$m=\frac{3\times 15}{12}=3.75$

The value of the 'm' is 3.75.

The correct answer is option B.