Finding the Fourth Proportional to 41, 61.64 and 32
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 41, 61.64 and 32 is: 48.11
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
41 : 61.64 = 32 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
41/61.64 = 32/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
41x = 61.64 × 32 - Step 4: Simplify right side
41x = 1,972.48 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 1,972.48/41 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 48.11
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