Finding the Fourth Proportional to 114, 157.32 and 68
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 114, 157.32 and 68 is: 93.84
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
114 : 157.32 = 68 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
114/157.32 = 68/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
114x = 157.32 × 68 - Step 4: Simplify right side
114x = 10,697.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 10,697.76/114 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 93.84
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