Finding the Third Proportional to 350.50 and 475
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Solution
The third proportional to 350.50 and 475 is: 643.72
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
350.50 : 475 = 475 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
350.50/475 = 475/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
350.50x = 475 × 475 - Step 4: Simplify right side
350.50x = 225,625 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 225,625/350.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 643.72
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