Finding the Fourth Proportional to 129, 193.50 and 43.50
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 129, 193.50 and 43.50 is: 65.25
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
129 : 193.50 = 43.50 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
129/193.50 = 43.50/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
129x = 193.50 × 43.50 - Step 4: Simplify right side
129x = 8,417.25 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 8,417.25/129 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 65.25
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