Question

In a proportion, the second, third and the fourth terms are 32, 35 and 40. Find the first term

Answer 1

Answer:

28

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the first time be x

Means = 32,35

Extremes=40,x

Products of means= Products of extremes

32×35 = 40×x

x = 32×35

--------- = 4×7 = 28Ans.

40