Question

In proportion, the first,second and fourth term are 5 ,8 and 16 respectively. find the third term​

Answer 1

Answer:

10

Explanation:

5 : 8 :: x : 16

second term × third term = first term and fourth term

8x = 80

x = 10

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

If a : b = c : d are in proportion then a/b = c/d

i.e.ad = bc

Product of extremes = Product of means

5 , 8 , x , 16

8x = 80

x = 10

the third term​ is 10