Finding the Fourth Proportional to 194, 291.04 and 80
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 194, 291.04 and 80 is: 120.02
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
194 : 291.04 = 80 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
194/291.04 = 80/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
194x = 291.04 × 80 - Step 4: Simplify right side
194x = 23,283.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 23,283.20/194 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 120.02
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