Finding the Fourth Proportional to 69.10, 103.64 and 21
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 69.10, 103.64 and 21 is: 31.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
69.10 : 103.64 = 21 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
69.10/103.64 = 21/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
69.10x = 103.64 × 21 - Step 4: Simplify right side
69.10x = 2,176.49 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 2,176.49/69.10 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 31.50
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