Finding the Fourth Proportional to 158.56, 237.84 and 130
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 158.56, 237.84 and 130 is: 195
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
158.56 : 237.84 = 130 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
158.56/237.84 = 130/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
158.56x = 237.84 × 130 - Step 4: Simplify right side
158.56x = 30,919.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 30,919.20/158.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 195
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