Finding the Fourth Proportional to 19,026.72, 26,246.16 and 13,428
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 19,026.72, 26,246.16 and 13,428 is: 18,523.08
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
19,026.72 : 26,246.16 = 13,428 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
19,026.72/26,246.16 = 13,428/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
19,026.72x = 26,246.16 × 13,428 - Step 4: Simplify right side
19,026.72x = 352,433,436.48 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 352,433,436.48/19,026.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 18,523.08
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