Finding the Fourth Proportional to 139.24, 208.59 and 91
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 139.24, 208.59 and 91 is: 136.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
139.24 : 208.59 = 91 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
139.24/208.59 = 91/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
139.24x = 208.59 × 91 - Step 4: Simplify right side
139.24x = 18,981.69 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 18,981.69/139.24 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 136.32
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