Finding the Fourth Proportional to 209, 288.44 and 153
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 209, 288.44 and 153 is: 211.15
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
209 : 288.44 = 153 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
209/288.44 = 153/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
209x = 288.44 × 153 - Step 4: Simplify right side
209x = 44,131.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 44,131.32/209 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 211.15
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