Finding the Fourth Proportional to 157, 235.26 and 103
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 157, 235.26 and 103 is: 154.34
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
157 : 235.26 = 103 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
157/235.26 = 103/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
157x = 235.26 × 103 - Step 4: Simplify right side
157x = 24,231.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 24,231.78/157 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 154.34
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