Finding the Fourth Proportional to 59.14, 81.58 and 38.42
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 59.14, 81.58 and 38.42 is: 52.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
59.14 : 81.58 = 38.42 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
59.14/81.58 = 38.42/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
59.14x = 81.58 × 38.42 - Step 4: Simplify right side
59.14x = 3,133.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 3,133.80/59.14 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 52.99
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