Finding the Fourth Proportional to 132, 182.28 and 103
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 132, 182.28 and 103 is: 142.23
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
132 : 182.28 = 103 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
132/182.28 = 103/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
132x = 182.28 × 103 - Step 4: Simplify right side
132x = 18,774.84 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 18,774.84/132 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 142.23
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