Finding the Fourth Proportional to 92.56, 127.68 and 58
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 92.56, 127.68 and 58 is: 80.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
92.56 : 127.68 = 58 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
92.56/127.68 = 58/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
92.56x = 127.68 × 58 - Step 4: Simplify right side
92.56x = 7,405.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 7,405.44/92.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 80.01
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