Finding the Fourth Proportional to 60.65, 90.98 and 15
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 60.65, 90.98 and 15 is: 22.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
60.65 : 90.98 = 15 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
60.65/90.98 = 15/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
60.65x = 90.98 × 15 - Step 4: Simplify right side
60.65x = 1,364.66 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 1,364.66/60.65 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 22.50
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