Finding the Fourth Proportional to 196.16, 270 and 172.90
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 196.16, 270 and 172.90 is: 237.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
196.16 : 270 = 172.90 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
196.16/270 = 172.90/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
196.16x = 270 × 172.90 - Step 4: Simplify right side
196.16x = 46,683.34 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 46,683.34/196.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 237.99
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