Finding the Fourth Proportional to 125.26, 187.62 and 61
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 125.26, 187.62 and 61 is: 91.37
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
125.26 : 187.62 = 61 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
125.26/187.62 = 61/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
125.26x = 187.62 × 61 - Step 4: Simplify right side
125.26x = 11,444.82 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 11,444.82/125.26 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 91.37
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