Finding the Fourth Proportional to 211, 291.18 and 119
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 211, 291.18 and 119 is: 164.22
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
211 : 291.18 = 119 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
211/291.18 = 119/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
211x = 291.18 × 119 - Step 4: Simplify right side
211x = 34,650.42 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 34,650.42/211 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 164.22
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