Finding the Fourth Proportional to 226, 311.88 and 134
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 226, 311.88 and 134 is: 184.92
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
226 : 311.88 = 134 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
226/311.88 = 134/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
226x = 311.88 × 134 - Step 4: Simplify right side
226x = 41,791.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 41,791.92/226 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 184.92
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