Finding the Fourth Proportional to 179.56, 247.62 and 127.72
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 179.56, 247.62 and 127.72 is: 176.13
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
179.56 : 247.62 = 127.72 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
179.56/247.62 = 127.72/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
179.56x = 247.62 × 127.72 - Step 4: Simplify right side
179.56x = 31,626.03 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 31,626.03/179.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 176.13
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