Question Solve for $x$ using cross multiplication. Show all work on both sides of the equation: $\frac{x}{5} = \frac{8.5}{2.5}$, $2.5x = 42.5$, $x = 17$.

Studdy Solution
Now we have the value of $x$ which can be filled in the square in the problem statement.
$$x = \square$$
The completed work on both sides of the equation is:
$$\begin{array}{l} \frac{2.5 x}{2.5} = \underline{42.5} \\ x = 17 \end{array}$$