Finding the Fourth Proportional to 254, 381 and 102
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 254, 381 and 102 is: 153
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
254 : 381 = 102 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
254/381 = 102/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
254x = 381 × 102 - Step 4: Simplify right side
254x = 38,862 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 38,862/254 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 153
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