Finding the Fourth Proportional to 6.73, 9.28 and 4
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 6.73, 9.28 and 4 is: 5.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
6.73 : 9.28 = 4 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
6.73/9.28 = 4/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
6.73x = 9.28 × 4 - Step 4: Simplify right side
6.73x = 37.13 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 37.13/6.73 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 5.52
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