Finding the Fourth Proportional to 179.04, 247.68 and 172.56
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 179.04, 247.68 and 172.56 is: 238.72
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
179.04 : 247.68 = 172.56 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
179.04/247.68 = 172.56/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
179.04x = 247.68 × 172.56 - Step 4: Simplify right side
179.04x = 42,739.66 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 42,739.66/179.04 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 238.72
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