Finding the Third Proportional to 351.50 and 657
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Solution
The third proportional to 351.50 and 657 is: 1,228.02
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
351.50 : 657 = 657 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
351.50/657 = 657/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
351.50x = 657 × 657 - Step 4: Simplify right side
351.50x = 431,649 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 431,649/351.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,228.02
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