Finding the Fourth Proportional to 191.40, 286.66 and 95
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 191.40, 286.66 and 95 is: 142.28
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
191.40 : 286.66 = 95 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
191.40/286.66 = 95/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
191.40x = 286.66 × 95 - Step 4: Simplify right side
191.40x = 27,232.70 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 27,232.70/191.40 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 142.28
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