Finding the Fourth Proportional to 101.92, 152.88 and 84
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 101.92, 152.88 and 84 is: 126
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
101.92 : 152.88 = 84 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
101.92/152.88 = 84/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
101.92x = 152.88 × 84 - Step 4: Simplify right side
101.92x = 12,841.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 12,841.92/101.92 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 126
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