Finding the Fourth Proportional to 178, 267.04 and 64
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 178, 267.04 and 64 is: 96.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
178 : 267.04 = 64 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
178/267.04 = 64/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
178x = 267.04 × 64 - Step 4: Simplify right side
178x = 17,090.56 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 17,090.56/178 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 96.01
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