Finding the Fourth Proportional to 110.62, 165.73 and 74.58
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 110.62, 165.73 and 74.58 is: 111.74
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
110.62 : 165.73 = 74.58 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
110.62/165.73 = 74.58/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
110.62x = 165.73 × 74.58 - Step 4: Simplify right side
110.62x = 12,360.14 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 12,360.14/110.62 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 111.74
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