Finding the Fourth Proportional to 183, 252.54 and 114
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 183, 252.54 and 114 is: 157.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
183 : 252.54 = 114 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
183/252.54 = 114/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
183x = 252.54 × 114 - Step 4: Simplify right side
183x = 28,789.56 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 28,789.56/183 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 157.32
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