Finding the Fourth Proportional to 29.94, 41.32 and 17
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 29.94, 41.32 and 17 is: 23.46
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
29.94 : 41.32 = 17 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
29.94/41.32 = 17/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
29.94x = 41.32 × 17 - Step 4: Simplify right side
29.94x = 702.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 702.44/29.94 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 23.46
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