Finding the Fourth Proportional to 137.16, 205.50 and 91.44
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 137.16, 205.50 and 91.44 is: 137
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
137.16 : 205.50 = 91.44 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
137.16/205.50 = 91.44/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
137.16x = 205.50 × 91.44 - Step 4: Simplify right side
137.16x = 18,790.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 18,790.92/137.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 137
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