Finding the Fourth Proportional to 94, 141.02 and 37
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 94, 141.02 and 37 is: 55.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
94 : 141.02 = 37 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
94/141.02 = 37/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
94x = 141.02 × 37 - Step 4: Simplify right side
94x = 5,217.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 5,217.74/94 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 55.51
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