Finding the Fourth Proportional to 30.06, 44.99 and 25.73
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 30.06, 44.99 and 25.73 is: 38.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
30.06 : 44.99 = 25.73 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
30.06/44.99 = 25.73/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
30.06x = 44.99 × 25.73 - Step 4: Simplify right side
30.06x = 1,157.35 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 1,157.35/30.06 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 38.50
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