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The third proportional to 24 and 36 is:
Question

The third proportional to 24 and 36 is:

A.

45

B.

64

C.

54

D.

46

Correct option is C

Given:
24 and 36 are the first and middle proportions respectively.
Formula Used:
If A : B :: C : D then, (A × D) = (B × C)
Solution:
Let the third proportion be x
=> 24 : 36 :: 36 : x
24 × x = 36 × 36
=> x =129624 \frac{1296}{24}​​
=> x = 54

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