Finding the Fourth Proportional to 46.05, 68.98 and 24.63
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 46.05, 68.98 and 24.63 is: 36.89
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
46.05 : 68.98 = 24.63 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
46.05/68.98 = 24.63/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
46.05x = 68.98 × 24.63 - Step 4: Simplify right side
46.05x = 1,698.98 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 1,698.98/46.05 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 36.89
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