Finding the Fourth Proportional to 140.96, 194.56 and 106
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 140.96, 194.56 and 106 is: 146.31
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
140.96 : 194.56 = 106 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
140.96/194.56 = 106/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
140.96x = 194.56 × 106 - Step 4: Simplify right side
140.96x = 20,623.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 20,623.36/140.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 146.31
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