Finding the Fourth Proportional to 154.99, 232.62 and 77.93
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 154.99, 232.62 and 77.93 is: 116.96
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
154.99 : 232.62 = 77.93 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
154.99/232.62 = 77.93/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
154.99x = 232.62 × 77.93 - Step 4: Simplify right side
154.99x = 18,128.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 18,128.08/154.99 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 116.96
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