Finding the Fourth Proportional to 135, 186.30 and 76
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 135, 186.30 and 76 is: 104.88
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
135 : 186.30 = 76 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
135/186.30 = 76/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
135x = 186.30 × 76 - Step 4: Simplify right side
135x = 14,158.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 14,158.80/135 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 104.88
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