Finding the Fourth Proportional to 180.50, 249 and 115
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 180.50, 249 and 115 is: 158.64
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
180.50 : 249 = 115 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
180.50/249 = 115/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
180.50x = 249 × 115 - Step 4: Simplify right side
180.50x = 28,635 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 28,635/180.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 158.64
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