Finding the Fourth Proportional to 61, 84.18 and 38
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 61, 84.18 and 38 is: 52.44
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
61 : 84.18 = 38 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
61/84.18 = 38/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
61x = 84.18 × 38 - Step 4: Simplify right side
61x = 3,198.84 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 3,198.84/61 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 52.44
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