Finding the Fourth Proportional to 283, 424.66 and 131
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 283, 424.66 and 131 is: 196.57
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
283 : 424.66 = 131 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
283/424.66 = 131/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
283x = 424.66 × 131 - Step 4: Simplify right side
283x = 55,630.46 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 55,630.46/283 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 196.57
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