Finding the Fourth Proportional to 193, 266.40 and 124
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 193, 266.40 and 124 is: 171.16
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
193 : 266.40 = 124 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
193/266.40 = 124/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
193x = 266.40 × 124 - Step 4: Simplify right side
193x = 33,033.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 33,033.60/193 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 171.16
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