Finding the Fourth Proportional to 203,232.14, 280,507.02 and 135,252
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 203,232.14, 280,507.02 and 135,252 is: 186,678.82
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
203,232.14 : 280,507.02 = 135,252 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
203,232.14/280,507.02 = 135,252/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
203,232.14x = 280,507.02 × 135,252 - Step 4: Simplify right side
203,232.14x = 37,939,135,469.04 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 37,939,135,469.04/203,232.14 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 186,678.82
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