Finding the Third Proportional to 370.50 and 664.50
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Solution
The third proportional to 370.50 and 664.50 is: 1,191.80
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
370.50 : 664.50 = 664.50 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
370.50/664.50 = 664.50/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
370.50x = 664.50 × 664.50 - Step 4: Simplify right side
370.50x = 441,560.25 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 441,560.25/370.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,191.80
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