Finding the Fourth Proportional to 221.34, 332.01 and 93
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 221.34, 332.01 and 93 is: 139.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
221.34 : 332.01 = 93 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
221.34/332.01 = 93/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
221.34x = 332.01 × 93 - Step 4: Simplify right side
221.34x = 30,876.93 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 30,876.93/221.34 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 139.50
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