Finding the Fourth Proportional to 17,617, 26,425.50 and 5,305
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 17,617, 26,425.50 and 5,305 is: 7,957.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
17,617 : 26,425.50 = 5,305 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
17,617/26,425.50 = 5,305/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
17,617x = 26,425.50 × 5,305 - Step 4: Simplify right side
17,617x = 140,187,277.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 140,187,277.50/17,617 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 7,957.50
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