Finding the Fourth Proportional to 119, 178.50 and 43
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 119, 178.50 and 43 is: 64.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
119 : 178.50 = 43 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
119/178.50 = 43/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
119x = 178.50 × 43 - Step 4: Simplify right side
119x = 7,675.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 7,675.50/119 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 64.50
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