Finding the Fourth Proportional to 160.71, 220.17 and 154.55
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 160.71, 220.17 and 154.55 is: 211.72
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
160.71 : 220.17 = 154.55 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
160.71/220.17 = 154.55/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
160.71x = 220.17 × 154.55 - Step 4: Simplify right side
160.71x = 34,026.17 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 34,026.17/160.71 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 211.72
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