Finding the Third Proportional to 406.50 and 858
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Solution
The third proportional to 406.50 and 858 is: 1,810.98
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
406.50 : 858 = 858 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
406.50/858 = 858/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
406.50x = 858 × 858 - Step 4: Simplify right side
406.50x = 736,164 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 736,164/406.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,810.98
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