Finding the Fourth Proportional to 281, 421.66 and 129
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 281, 421.66 and 129 is: 193.57
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
281 : 421.66 = 129 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
281/421.66 = 129/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
281x = 421.66 × 129 - Step 4: Simplify right side
281x = 54,394.14 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 54,394.14/281 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 193.57
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