Finding the Fourth Proportional to 295, 442.66 and 143
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 295, 442.66 and 143 is: 214.58
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
295 : 442.66 = 143 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
295/442.66 = 143/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
295x = 442.66 × 143 - Step 4: Simplify right side
295x = 63,300.38 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 63,300.38/295 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 214.58
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