Finding the Fourth Proportional to 35, 52.50 and 29
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 35, 52.50 and 29 is: 43.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
35 : 52.50 = 29 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
35/52.50 = 29/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
35x = 52.50 × 29 - Step 4: Simplify right side
35x = 1,522.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 1,522.50/35 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 43.50
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