Finding the Fourth Proportional to 213, 319.50 and 61
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 213, 319.50 and 61 is: 91.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
213 : 319.50 = 61 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
213/319.50 = 61/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
213x = 319.50 × 61 - Step 4: Simplify right side
213x = 19,489.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 19,489.50/213 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 91.50
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