Finding the Fourth Proportional to 283.16, 423.66 and 186.50
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 283.16, 423.66 and 186.50 is: 279.04
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
283.16 : 423.66 = 186.50 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
283.16/423.66 = 186.50/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
283.16x = 423.66 × 186.50 - Step 4: Simplify right side
283.16x = 79,012.59 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 79,012.59/283.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 279.04
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