Finding the Fourth Proportional to 38.28, 57.40 and 24
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 38.28, 57.40 and 24 is: 35.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
38.28 : 57.40 = 24 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
38.28/57.40 = 24/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
38.28x = 57.40 × 24 - Step 4: Simplify right side
38.28x = 1,377.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 1,377.60/38.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 35.99
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