Finding the Third Proportional to 162.50 and 195
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Solution
The third proportional to 162.50 and 195 is: 234
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
162.50 : 195 = 195 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
162.50/195 = 195/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
162.50x = 195 × 195 - Step 4: Simplify right side
162.50x = 38,025 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 38,025/162.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 234
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