Finding the Fourth Proportional to 228, 342 and 91
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 228, 342 and 91 is: 136.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
228 : 342 = 91 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
228/342 = 91/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
228x = 342 × 91 - Step 4: Simplify right side
228x = 31,122 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 31,122/228 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 136.50
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