Finding the Fourth Proportional to 191, 263.64 and 122
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 191, 263.64 and 122 is: 168.40
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
191 : 263.64 = 122 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
191/263.64 = 122/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
191x = 263.64 × 122 - Step 4: Simplify right side
191x = 32,164.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 32,164.08/191 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 168.40
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