Finding the Third Proportional to 285.50 and 574
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Solution
The third proportional to 285.50 and 574 is: 1,154.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
285.50 : 574 = 574 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
285.50/574 = 574/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
285.50x = 574 × 574 - Step 4: Simplify right side
285.50x = 329,476 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 329,476/285.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,154.03
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