Finding the Fourth Proportional to 91, 136.52 and 34
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 91, 136.52 and 34 is: 51.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
91 : 136.52 = 34 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
91/136.52 = 34/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
91x = 136.52 × 34 - Step 4: Simplify right side
91x = 4,641.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 4,641.68/91 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 51.01
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