Finding the Fourth Proportional to 237, 355.50 and 66
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 237, 355.50 and 66 is: 99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
237 : 355.50 = 66 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
237/355.50 = 66/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
237x = 355.50 × 66 - Step 4: Simplify right side
237x = 23,463 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 23,463/237 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 99
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