Finding the Fourth Proportional to 178.08, 267.36 and 144
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 178.08, 267.36 and 144 is: 216.19
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
178.08 : 267.36 = 144 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
178.08/267.36 = 144/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
178.08x = 267.36 × 144 - Step 4: Simplify right side
178.08x = 38,499.84 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 38,499.84/178.08 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 216.19
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