Finding the Fourth Proportional to 296.88, 445.80 and 126
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 296.88, 445.80 and 126 is: 189.20
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
296.88 : 445.80 = 126 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
296.88/445.80 = 126/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
296.88x = 445.80 × 126 - Step 4: Simplify right side
296.88x = 56,170.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 56,170.80/296.88 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 189.20
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