Finding the Third Proportional to 360 and 425
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Solution
The third proportional to 360 and 425 is: 501.74
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
360 : 425 = 425 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
360/425 = 425/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
360x = 425 × 425 - Step 4: Simplify right side
360x = 180,625 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 180,625/360 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 501.74
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