Finding the Fourth Proportional to 189.70, 284.55 and 171.70
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 189.70, 284.55 and 171.70 is: 257.55
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
189.70 : 284.55 = 171.70 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
189.70/284.55 = 171.70/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
189.70x = 284.55 × 171.70 - Step 4: Simplify right side
189.70x = 48,857.24 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 48,857.24/189.70 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 257.55
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