Finding the Fourth Proportional to 115, 172.52 and 58
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 115, 172.52 and 58 is: 87.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
115 : 172.52 = 58 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
115/172.52 = 58/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
115x = 172.52 × 58 - Step 4: Simplify right side
115x = 10,006.16 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 10,006.16/115 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 87.01
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