Finding the Fourth Proportional to 153.27, 229.50 and 126
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 153.27, 229.50 and 126 is: 188.67
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
153.27 : 229.50 = 126 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
153.27/229.50 = 126/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
153.27x = 229.50 × 126 - Step 4: Simplify right side
153.27x = 28,917 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 28,917/153.27 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 188.67
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