Question

solve for m in the proportion.\\(\frac{m}{7} = \frac{42}{49}\\)\\(m = \square\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Cross-multiply to isolate m

$m \times 49 = 7 \times 42$

Step2: Calculate right-hand side product

$7 \times 42 = 294$

Step3: Solve for m

$m = \frac{294}{49} = 6$

Answer:

6