Finding the Fourth Proportional to 174, 240.12 and 105
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 174, 240.12 and 105 is: 144.90
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
174 : 240.12 = 105 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
174/240.12 = 105/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
174x = 240.12 × 105 - Step 4: Simplify right side
174x = 25,212.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 25,212.60/174 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 144.90
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