Finding the Fourth Proportional to 150,966.72, 226,459.80 and 88,506
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 150,966.72, 226,459.80 and 88,506 is: 132,764.70
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
150,966.72 : 226,459.80 = 88,506 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
150,966.72/226,459.80 = 88,506/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
150,966.72x = 226,459.80 × 88,506 - Step 4: Simplify right side
150,966.72x = 20,043,051,058.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 20,043,051,058.80/150,966.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 132,764.70
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