Finding the Fourth Proportional to 29,480.64, 44,220.96 and 17,160
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 29,480.64, 44,220.96 and 17,160 is: 25,740
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
29,480.64 : 44,220.96 = 17,160 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
29,480.64/44,220.96 = 17,160/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
29,480.64x = 44,220.96 × 17,160 - Step 4: Simplify right side
29,480.64x = 758,831,673.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 758,831,673.60/29,480.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 25,740
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