Find the mean proportional between 32 and 162.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 72.
Concept used:
Mean proportion of a and b = √ab
Calculations:
Let the value of the mean proportion be b.
According to the question;
⇒ 32/b = b/162
⇒ b2 = 32 × 162
⇒ b = √5184 = 72