Finding the Fourth Proportional to 183.78, 275.40 and 143
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 183.78, 275.40 and 143 is: 214.29
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
183.78 : 275.40 = 143 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
183.78/275.40 = 143/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
183.78x = 275.40 × 143 - Step 4: Simplify right side
183.78x = 39,382.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 39,382.20/183.78 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 214.29
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