Finding the Fourth Proportional to 171.73, 257.58 and 49.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 171.73, 257.58 and 49.99 is: 74.98
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
171.73 : 257.58 = 49.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
171.73/257.58 = 49.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
171.73x = 257.58 × 49.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
171.73x = 12,876.42 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 12,876.42/171.73 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 74.98
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