Finding the Fourth Proportional to 60.28, 90.46 and 55
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 60.28, 90.46 and 55 is: 82.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
60.28 : 90.46 = 55 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
60.28/90.46 = 55/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
60.28x = 90.46 × 55 - Step 4: Simplify right side
60.28x = 4,975.30 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 4,975.30/60.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 82.54
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