Finding the Fourth Proportional to 152.84, 210.93 and 101
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 152.84, 210.93 and 101 is: 139.39
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
152.84 : 210.93 = 101 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
152.84/210.93 = 101/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
152.84x = 210.93 × 101 - Step 4: Simplify right side
152.84x = 21,303.93 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 21,303.93/152.84 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 139.39
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