Finding the Fourth Proportional to 163.15, 225.18 and 126.19
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 163.15, 225.18 and 126.19 is: 174.17
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
163.15 : 225.18 = 126.19 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
163.15/225.18 = 126.19/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
163.15x = 225.18 × 126.19 - Step 4: Simplify right side
163.15x = 28,415.75 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 28,415.75/163.15 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 174.17
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