Finding the Third Proportional to 287.63 and 636
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Solution
The third proportional to 287.63 and 636 is: 1,406.33
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
287.63 : 636 = 636 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
287.63/636 = 636/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
287.63x = 636 × 636 - Step 4: Simplify right side
287.63x = 404,496 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 404,496/287.63 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,406.33
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