To convert units in a proportion set up as ratios, you would
A. multiply numerators and multiply denominators and solve for the unknown.
B. cross-multiply and solve for the unknown.
C. multiply means and extremes and solve for the unknown.
D. multiply means and divide extremes and solve for the unknown.
Answer: C
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What will be an ideal response?
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