Correct option is A
Given
First term = 18
Second term = a
Third term = 8a
Fourth proportional = 16
Formula Used
For proportional terms x, y, z, w:
Solution
According to the property of proportion:
Final Answer
So the correct answer is (a)
Question
The fourth proportional to 18, a and 8a is 16. What is the positive value of a?
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