Identify Cross-Multiplication: Identify the cross-multiplication that can be done with the given proportion. The proportion is (13)/(2)=(39)/(x). To solve for x, we can cross-multiply.
Perform Cross-Multiplication: Perform the cross-multiplication. Cross-multiplying gives us 13×x=2×39.
Simplify Multiplication: Simplify the multiplication on the right side of the equation. 2×39=78, so the equation now is 13×x=78.
Divide to Solve: Divide both sides of the equation by 13 to solve for x.Dividing both sides by 13 gives us x=1378.
Calculate Value: Calculate the value of x.1378=6, so x=6.
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