Finding the Fourth Proportional to 67, 100.50 and 29
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 67, 100.50 and 29 is: 43.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
67 : 100.50 = 29 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
67/100.50 = 29/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
67x = 100.50 × 29 - Step 4: Simplify right side
67x = 2,914.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 2,914.50/67 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 43.50
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