Finding the Fourth Proportional to 148.26, 222.39 and 84
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 148.26, 222.39 and 84 is: 126
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
148.26 : 222.39 = 84 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
148.26/222.39 = 84/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
148.26x = 222.39 × 84 - Step 4: Simplify right side
148.26x = 18,680.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 18,680.76/148.26 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 126
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