Finding the Fourth Proportional to 213, 293.94 and 121
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 213, 293.94 and 121 is: 166.98
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
213 : 293.94 = 121 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
213/293.94 = 121/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
213x = 293.94 × 121 - Step 4: Simplify right side
213x = 35,566.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 35,566.74/213 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 166.98
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