Finding the Fourth Proportional to 62, 93 and 19.25
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 62, 93 and 19.25 is: 28.88
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
62 : 93 = 19.25 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
62/93 = 19.25/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
62x = 93 × 19.25 - Step 4: Simplify right side
62x = 1,790.25 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 1,790.25/62 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 28.88
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