Finding the Fourth Proportional to 47, 70.50 and 18.50
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 47, 70.50 and 18.50 is: 27.75
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
47 : 70.50 = 18.50 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
47/70.50 = 18.50/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
47x = 70.50 × 18.50 - Step 4: Simplify right side
47x = 1,304.25 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 1,304.25/47 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 27.75
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