Finding the Fourth Proportional to 218, 326.88 and 194
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 218, 326.88 and 194 is: 290.89
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
218 : 326.88 = 194 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
218/326.88 = 194/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
218x = 326.88 × 194 - Step 4: Simplify right side
218x = 63,414.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 63,414.72/218 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 290.89
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