Finding the Fourth Proportional to 215, 322.50 and 63
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 215, 322.50 and 63 is: 94.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
215 : 322.50 = 63 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
215/322.50 = 63/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
215x = 322.50 × 63 - Step 4: Simplify right side
215x = 20,317.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 20,317.50/215 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 94.50
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