Finding the Fourth Proportional to 159.56, 239.34 and 74
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 159.56, 239.34 and 74 is: 111
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
159.56 : 239.34 = 74 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
159.56/239.34 = 74/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
159.56x = 239.34 × 74 - Step 4: Simplify right side
159.56x = 17,711.16 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 17,711.16/159.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 111
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