Finding the Fourth Proportional to 189, 283.50 and 75
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 189, 283.50 and 75 is: 112.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
189 : 283.50 = 75 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
189/283.50 = 75/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
189x = 283.50 × 75 - Step 4: Simplify right side
189x = 21,262.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 21,262.50/189 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 112.50
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