Finding the Fourth Proportional to 153, 229.49 and 92
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 153, 229.49 and 92 is: 137.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
153 : 229.49 = 92 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
153/229.49 = 92/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
153x = 229.49 × 92 - Step 4: Simplify right side
153x = 21,113.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 21,113.08/153 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 137.99
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