Find the third proportion to 16 and 24.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 36.
Calculations:
Let x be the third proportion
According to the question;
⇒ 16 : 24 :: 24 : x
⇒ 16/24 = 24/x
⇒ x = (24 × 24)/16
⇒ x = 36