Finding the Fourth Proportional to 142.80, 196.50 and 129
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 142.80, 196.50 and 129 is: 177.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
142.80 : 196.50 = 129 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
142.80/196.50 = 129/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
142.80x = 196.50 × 129 - Step 4: Simplify right side
142.80x = 25,348.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 25,348.50/142.80 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 177.51
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