Finding the Fourth Proportional to 159, 219.42 and 90
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 159, 219.42 and 90 is: 124.20
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
159 : 219.42 = 90 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
159/219.42 = 90/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
159x = 219.42 × 90 - Step 4: Simplify right side
159x = 19,747.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 19,747.80/159 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 124.20
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