Finding the Fourth Proportional to 107, 160.32 and 46
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 107, 160.32 and 46 is: 68.92
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
107 : 160.32 = 46 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
107/160.32 = 46/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
107x = 160.32 × 46 - Step 4: Simplify right side
107x = 7,374.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 7,374.72/107 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 68.92
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