Finding the Fourth Proportional to 126, 189.06 and 102
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 126, 189.06 and 102 is: 153.05
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
126 : 189.06 = 102 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
126/189.06 = 102/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
126x = 189.06 × 102 - Step 4: Simplify right side
126x = 19,284.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 19,284.12/126 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 153.05
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