Finding the Fourth Proportional to 205.30, 307.50 and 154
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 205.30, 307.50 and 154 is: 230.66
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
205.30 : 307.50 = 154 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
205.30/307.50 = 154/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
205.30x = 307.50 × 154 - Step 4: Simplify right side
205.30x = 47,355 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 47,355/205.30 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 230.66
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