Question 71

What is the third proportional to 16 and 24?

Let the third proportional of 16 and 24 = a

$$\Rightarrow$$  $$\frac{16}{24}=\frac{24}{a}$$

$$\Rightarrow$$  a = 36

$$\therefore\ $$The third proportional of 16 and 24 = 36

Hence, the correct answer is Option D

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