Finding the Fourth Proportional to 170, 234.60 and 101
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 170, 234.60 and 101 is: 139.38
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
170 : 234.60 = 101 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
170/234.60 = 101/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
170x = 234.60 × 101 - Step 4: Simplify right side
170x = 23,694.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 23,694.60/170 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 139.38
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