Finding the Fourth Proportional to 105, 157.56 and 48
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 105, 157.56 and 48 is: 72.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
105 : 157.56 = 48 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
105/157.56 = 48/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
105x = 157.56 × 48 - Step 4: Simplify right side
105x = 7,562.88 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 7,562.88/105 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 72.03
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