Finding the Fourth Proportional to 105, 144.92 and 59
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 105, 144.92 and 59 is: 81.43
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
105 : 144.92 = 59 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
105/144.92 = 59/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
105x = 144.92 × 59 - Step 4: Simplify right side
105x = 8,550.28 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 8,550.28/105 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 81.43
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