Finding the Fourth Proportional to 184.08, 254.32 and 178
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 184.08, 254.32 and 178 is: 245.92
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
184.08 : 254.32 = 178 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
184.08/254.32 = 178/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
184.08x = 254.32 × 178 - Step 4: Simplify right side
184.08x = 45,268.96 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 45,268.96/184.08 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 245.92
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