Finding the Fourth Proportional to 188.72, 283.08 and 146
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 188.72, 283.08 and 146 is: 219
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
188.72 : 283.08 = 146 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
188.72/283.08 = 146/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
188.72x = 283.08 × 146 - Step 4: Simplify right side
188.72x = 41,329.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 41,329.68/188.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 219
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