Finding the Fourth Proportional to 198, 273.24 and 129
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 198, 273.24 and 129 is: 178.02
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
198 : 273.24 = 129 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
198/273.24 = 129/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
198x = 273.24 × 129 - Step 4: Simplify right side
198x = 35,247.96 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 35,247.96/198 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 178.02
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