Finding the Fourth Proportional to 71, 106.54 and 33
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 71, 106.54 and 33 is: 49.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
71 : 106.54 = 33 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
71/106.54 = 33/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
71x = 106.54 × 33 - Step 4: Simplify right side
71x = 3,515.82 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 3,515.82/71 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 49.52
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