Finding the Third Proportional to 344.50 and 570
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Solution
The third proportional to 344.50 and 570 is: 943.11
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
344.50 : 570 = 570 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
344.50/570 = 570/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
344.50x = 570 × 570 - Step 4: Simplify right side
344.50x = 324,900 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 324,900/344.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 943.11
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