Finding the Fourth Proportional to 281, 421.50 and 110
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 281, 421.50 and 110 is: 165
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
281 : 421.50 = 110 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
281/421.50 = 110/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
281x = 421.50 × 110 - Step 4: Simplify right side
281x = 46,365 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 46,365/281 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 165
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