Finding the Fourth Proportional to 268,346.26, 370,642.62 and 195,634
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 268,346.26, 370,642.62 and 195,634 is: 270,211.70
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
268,346.26 : 370,642.62 = 195,634 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
268,346.26/370,642.62 = 195,634/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
268,346.26x = 370,642.62 × 195,634 - Step 4: Simplify right side
268,346.26x = 72,510,298,321.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 72,510,298,321.08/268,346.26 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 270,211.70
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