The first, third and fourth terms of a p

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

The first, third and fourth terms of a proportion are 8, 16 and 6 respectively. What is the second term?

Options:

Correct Answer:

Explanation:

Fourth proportion(d) to a, b, c = $\frac{b\; \times\;c}{a}$

Here, the second term(b) = $\frac{a\; \times\;d}{c}$

= $\frac{8\; \times\;6}{16}$

= 3