Finding the Fourth Proportional to 7.13, 10.64 and 6
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 7.13, 10.64 and 6 is: 8.95
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
7.13 : 10.64 = 6 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
7.13/10.64 = 6/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
7.13x = 10.64 × 6 - Step 4: Simplify right side
7.13x = 63.84 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 63.84/7.13 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 8.95
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