Finding the Third Proportional to 350 and 767
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Solution
The third proportional to 350 and 767 is: 1,680.83
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
350 : 767 = 767 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
350/767 = 767/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
350x = 767 × 767 - Step 4: Simplify right side
350x = 588,289 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 588,289/350 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,680.83
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