Finding the Fourth Proportional to 293, 439.56 and 122
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 293, 439.56 and 122 is: 183.02
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
293 : 439.56 = 122 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
293/439.56 = 122/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
293x = 439.56 × 122 - Step 4: Simplify right side
293x = 53,626.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 53,626.32/293 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 183.02
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