The mean proportional between 68 and 272 is:

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  1. 124
  2. 114
  3. 136
  4. 126

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Option 3 : 136
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Given:

The numbers are 68 and 272.

Formula used:

If a and b are two numbers, the mean proportional is given by:

Mean Proportional = \(\sqrt{a \times b}\)

Calculation:

Mean Proportional = \(\sqrt{68 \times 272}\)

⇒ Mean Proportional = \(\sqrt{18496}\)

⇒ Mean Proportional = 136

∴ The correct answer is option (3).

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