Finding the Fourth Proportional to 175, 241.56 and 106
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 175, 241.56 and 106 is: 146.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
175 : 241.56 = 106 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
175/241.56 = 106/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
175x = 241.56 × 106 - Step 4: Simplify right side
175x = 25,605.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 25,605.36/175 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 146.32
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