Finding the Fourth Proportional to 143, 197.38 and 97
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 143, 197.38 and 97 is: 133.89
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
143 : 197.38 = 97 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
143/197.38 = 97/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
143x = 197.38 × 97 - Step 4: Simplify right side
143x = 19,145.86 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 19,145.86/143 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 133.89
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