Finding the Fourth Proportional to 195, 269.10 and 126
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 195, 269.10 and 126 is: 173.88
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
195 : 269.10 = 126 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
195/269.10 = 126/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
195x = 269.10 × 126 - Step 4: Simplify right side
195x = 33,906.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 33,906.60/195 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 173.88
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