Finding the Fourth Proportional to 31, 46.52 and 12
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 31, 46.52 and 12 is: 18.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
31 : 46.52 = 12 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
31/46.52 = 12/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
31x = 46.52 × 12 - Step 4: Simplify right side
31x = 558.24 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 558.24/31 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 18.01
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