Finding the Fourth Proportional to 204.93, 283.23 and 178.74
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 204.93, 283.23 and 178.74 is: 247.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
204.93 : 283.23 = 178.74 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
204.93/283.23 = 178.74/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
204.93x = 283.23 × 178.74 - Step 4: Simplify right side
204.93x = 50,624.53 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 50,624.53/204.93 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 247.03
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