Finding the Fourth Proportional to 210, 314.92 and 73
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 210, 314.92 and 73 is: 109.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
210 : 314.92 = 73 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
210/314.92 = 73/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
210x = 314.92 × 73 - Step 4: Simplify right side
210x = 22,989.16 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 22,989.16/210 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 109.47
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