Finding the Fourth Proportional to 165, 247.54 and 51
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 165, 247.54 and 51 is: 76.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
165 : 247.54 = 51 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
165/247.54 = 51/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
165x = 247.54 × 51 - Step 4: Simplify right side
165x = 12,624.54 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 12,624.54/165 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 76.51
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