Finding the Fourth Proportional to 215, 296.76 and 146
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 215, 296.76 and 146 is: 201.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
215 : 296.76 = 146 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
215/296.76 = 146/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
215x = 296.76 × 146 - Step 4: Simplify right side
215x = 43,326.96 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 43,326.96/215 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 201.52
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