Finding the Fourth Proportional to 141.17, 211.74 and 69
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 141.17, 211.74 and 69 is: 103.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
141.17 : 211.74 = 69 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
141.17/211.74 = 69/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
141.17x = 211.74 × 69 - Step 4: Simplify right side
141.17x = 14,610.06 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 14,610.06/141.17 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 103.50
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