Finding the Third Proportional to 376.50 and 570
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Solution
The third proportional to 376.50 and 570 is: 862.95
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
376.50 : 570 = 570 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
376.50/570 = 570/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
376.50x = 570 × 570 - Step 4: Simplify right side
376.50x = 324,900 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 324,900/376.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 862.95
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