Finding the Third Proportional to 370.50 and 897
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Solution
The third proportional to 370.50 and 897 is: 2,171.68
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
370.50 : 897 = 897 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
370.50/897 = 897/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
370.50x = 897 × 897 - Step 4: Simplify right side
370.50x = 804,609 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 804,609/370.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 2,171.68
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