Finding the Fourth Proportional to 226.23, 338.97 and 187.95
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 226.23, 338.97 and 187.95 is: 281.61
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
226.23 : 338.97 = 187.95 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
226.23/338.97 = 187.95/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
226.23x = 338.97 × 187.95 - Step 4: Simplify right side
226.23x = 63,709.41 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 63,709.41/226.23 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 281.61
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