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What is the term "d" called in the expression a : b :: c : d?

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Question

What is the term "d" called in the expression a : b :: c : d?

Options

  • First proportional

  • Mean proportional

  • Third proportional

  • Fourth proportional

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Solution

Fourth proportional

Explanation:

In a standard proportion with four distinct terms, the last term (d) is sequentially referred to as the fourth proportional to a, b, and c.

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