Finding the Fourth Proportional to 143, 214.58 and 67
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 143, 214.58 and 67 is: 100.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
143 : 214.58 = 67 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
143/214.58 = 67/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
143x = 214.58 × 67 - Step 4: Simplify right side
143x = 14,376.86 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 14,376.86/143 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 100.54
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