Finding the Fourth Proportional to 130, 195.08 and 54
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 130, 195.08 and 54 is: 81.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
130 : 195.08 = 54 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
130/195.08 = 54/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
130x = 195.08 × 54 - Step 4: Simplify right side
130x = 10,534.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 10,534.32/130 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 81.03
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