Finding the Fourth Proportional to 26,231.22, 36,212.50 and 17,778
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 26,231.22, 36,212.50 and 17,778 is: 24,542.73
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
26,231.22 : 36,212.50 = 17,778 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
26,231.22/36,212.50 = 17,778/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
26,231.22x = 36,212.50 × 17,778 - Step 4: Simplify right side
26,231.22x = 643,785,825 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 643,785,825/26,231.22 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 24,542.73
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