Finding the Fourth Proportional to 46, 69.02 and 37
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 46, 69.02 and 37 is: 55.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
46 : 69.02 = 37 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
46/69.02 = 37/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
46x = 69.02 × 37 - Step 4: Simplify right side
46x = 2,553.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 2,553.74/46 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 55.52
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