Finding the Fourth Proportional to 190.16, 285.24 and 114
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 190.16, 285.24 and 114 is: 171
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
190.16 : 285.24 = 114 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
190.16/285.24 = 114/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
190.16x = 285.24 × 114 - Step 4: Simplify right side
190.16x = 32,517.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 32,517.36/190.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 171
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