Solve for x: 4500 × x = 3375

Concept / Approach

• Isolate x by dividing both sides by 4500.

Step-by-step calculation
x = 3375 ÷ 4500= (45 × 75) ÷ (60 × 75) = 45 ÷ 60 = 3 ÷ 4 = 0.75

Verification
4500 × 0.75 = 3375 ✔

Common pitfalls

• Not fully reducing the fraction 3375/4500.

Final Answer
0.75