Finding the Third Proportional to 252.50 and 565
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Solution
The third proportional to 252.50 and 565 is: 1,264.26
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
252.50 : 565 = 565 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
252.50/565 = 565/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
252.50x = 565 × 565 - Step 4: Simplify right side
252.50x = 319,225 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 319,225/252.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,264.26
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