Finding the Fourth Proportional to 213.12, 319.68 and 132
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 213.12, 319.68 and 132 is: 198
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
213.12 : 319.68 = 132 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
213.12/319.68 = 132/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
213.12x = 319.68 × 132 - Step 4: Simplify right side
213.12x = 42,197.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 42,197.76/213.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 198
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