Finding the Fourth Proportional to 154.29, 231.44 and 123.71
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 154.29, 231.44 and 123.71 is: 185.56
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
154.29 : 231.44 = 123.71 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
154.29/231.44 = 123.71/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
154.29x = 231.44 × 123.71 - Step 4: Simplify right side
154.29x = 28,629.67 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 28,629.67/154.29 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 185.56
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