Finding the Fourth Proportional to 153, 211.14 and 84
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 153, 211.14 and 84 is: 115.92
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
153 : 211.14 = 84 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
153/211.14 = 84/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
153x = 211.14 × 84 - Step 4: Simplify right side
153x = 17,735.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 17,735.76/153 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 115.92
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