Finding the Fourth Proportional to 23.14, 34.71 and 16
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 23.14, 34.71 and 16 is: 24
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
23.14 : 34.71 = 16 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
23.14/34.71 = 16/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
23.14x = 34.71 × 16 - Step 4: Simplify right side
23.14x = 555.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 555.36/23.14 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 24
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