Finding the Fourth Proportional to 111, 166.56 and 54
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 111, 166.56 and 54 is: 81.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
111 : 166.56 = 54 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
111/166.56 = 54/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
111x = 166.56 × 54 - Step 4: Simplify right side
111x = 8,994.24 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 8,994.24/111 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 81.03
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