Finding the Fourth Proportional to 175.32, 241.74 and 157.89
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 175.32, 241.74 and 157.89 is: 217.71
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
175.32 : 241.74 = 157.89 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
175.32/241.74 = 157.89/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
175.32x = 241.74 × 157.89 - Step 4: Simplify right side
175.32x = 38,168.33 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 38,168.33/175.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 217.71
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