Finding the Fourth Proportional to 204, 306 and 75.75
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 204, 306 and 75.75 is: 113.63
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
204 : 306 = 75.75 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
204/306 = 75.75/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
204x = 306 × 75.75 - Step 4: Simplify right side
204x = 23,179.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 23,179.50/204 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 113.63
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