Finding the Fourth Proportional to 149.24, 206 and 91
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 149.24, 206 and 91 is: 125.61
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
149.24 : 206 = 91 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
149.24/206 = 91/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
149.24x = 206 × 91 - Step 4: Simplify right side
149.24x = 18,746 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 18,746/149.24 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 125.61
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