Finding the Fourth Proportional to 153.56, 230.34 and 68
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 153.56, 230.34 and 68 is: 102
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
153.56 : 230.34 = 68 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
153.56/230.34 = 68/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
153.56x = 230.34 × 68 - Step 4: Simplify right side
153.56x = 15,663.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 15,663.12/153.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 102
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