Question

Find the third proportional to 16 and 36

Answer 1

The third proportional to 16 and 36 is 81.

Solution:

If C is the third proportional to A and B, then A/B = B/C

If x is the third proportional to 16 and 36, then 16/36 = 36/x

=> 4/9 = 36/x

=> x = 36 * 9/4

=> x = 9 * 9

=> x = 81

Hence, The third proportional to 16 and 36 is 81

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Answer 2

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

16/36=36/x

16x=36*36

16x=1296

X=81