Finding the Fourth Proportional to 8.30, 12.45 and 6
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 8.30, 12.45 and 6 is: 9.00
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
8.30 : 12.45 = 6 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
8.30/12.45 = 6/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
8.30x = 12.45 × 6 - Step 4: Simplify right side
8.30x = 74.67 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 74.67/8.30 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 9.00
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