Finding the Fourth Proportional to 66, 91.08 and 43
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 66, 91.08 and 43 is: 59.34
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
66 : 91.08 = 43 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
66/91.08 = 43/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
66x = 91.08 × 43 - Step 4: Simplify right side
66x = 3,916.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 3,916.44/66 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 59.34
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