Finding the Fourth Proportional to 137.80, 206.84 and 92
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 137.80, 206.84 and 92 is: 138.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
137.80 : 206.84 = 92 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
137.80/206.84 = 92/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
137.80x = 206.84 × 92 - Step 4: Simplify right side
137.80x = 19,029.28 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 19,029.28/137.80 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 138.09
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