Finding the Fourth Proportional to 182.87, 273.98 and 159.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 182.87, 273.98 and 159.99 is: 239.70
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
182.87 : 273.98 = 159.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
182.87/273.98 = 159.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
182.87x = 273.98 × 159.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
182.87x = 43,833.43 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 43,833.43/182.87 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 239.70
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