Finding the Fourth Proportional to 190.14, 285.41 and 154.50
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 190.14, 285.41 and 154.50 is: 231.91
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
190.14 : 285.41 = 154.50 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
190.14/285.41 = 154.50/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
190.14x = 285.41 × 154.50 - Step 4: Simplify right side
190.14x = 44,093.65 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 44,093.65/190.14 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 231.91
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