Find the fourth proportion to 0.24, 0.6, and 20.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 50.
Let the fourth proportion be x.
According to the question;
⇒ 0.24/0.6 = 20/x
⇒ 0.24 × x = 0.6 × 20.
⇒ 0.24 × x = 12.
⇒ x = 12 / 0.24
⇒ x = 50