Finding the Fourth Proportional to 227, 339.96 and 173
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 227, 339.96 and 173 is: 259.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
227 : 339.96 = 173 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
227/339.96 = 173/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
227x = 339.96 × 173 - Step 4: Simplify right side
227x = 58,813.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 58,813.08/227 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 259.09
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