Finding the Fourth Proportional to 128.84, 193.26 and 86
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 128.84, 193.26 and 86 is: 129
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
128.84 : 193.26 = 86 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
128.84/193.26 = 86/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
128.84x = 193.26 × 86 - Step 4: Simplify right side
128.84x = 16,620.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 16,620.36/128.84 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 129
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