Finding the Fourth Proportional to 105, 157.50 and 29
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 105, 157.50 and 29 is: 43.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
105 : 157.50 = 29 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
105/157.50 = 29/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
105x = 157.50 × 29 - Step 4: Simplify right side
105x = 4,567.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 4,567.50/105 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 43.50
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