Finding the Fourth Proportional to 370.54, 555.54 and 154
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 370.54, 555.54 and 154 is: 230.89
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
370.54 : 555.54 = 154 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
370.54/555.54 = 154/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
370.54x = 555.54 × 154 - Step 4: Simplify right side
370.54x = 85,553.16 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 85,553.16/370.54 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 230.89
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