Finding the Fourth Proportional to 181.91, 272.87 and 178.88
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 181.91, 272.87 and 178.88 is: 268.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
181.91 : 272.87 = 178.88 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
181.91/272.87 = 178.88/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
181.91x = 272.87 × 178.88 - Step 4: Simplify right side
181.91x = 48,810.99 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 48,810.99/181.91 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 268.32
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