Finding the Fourth Proportional to 136, 187.68 and 90
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 136, 187.68 and 90 is: 124.20
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
136 : 187.68 = 90 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
136/187.68 = 90/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
136x = 187.68 × 90 - Step 4: Simplify right side
136x = 16,891.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 16,891.20/136 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 124.20
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