Finding the Fourth Proportional to 210.99, 291.08 and 137.28
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 210.99, 291.08 and 137.28 is: 189.39
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
210.99 : 291.08 = 137.28 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
210.99/291.08 = 137.28/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
210.99x = 291.08 × 137.28 - Step 4: Simplify right side
210.99x = 39,957.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 39,957.68/210.99 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 189.39
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