Finding the Third Proportional to 315.75 and 720
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Solution
The third proportional to 315.75 and 720 is: 1,641.81
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
315.75 : 720 = 720 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
315.75/720 = 720/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
315.75x = 720 × 720 - Step 4: Simplify right side
315.75x = 518,400 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 518,400/315.75 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,641.81
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