Finding the Fourth Proportional to 297, 445.56 and 126
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 297, 445.56 and 126 is: 189.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
297 : 445.56 = 126 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
297/445.56 = 126/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
297x = 445.56 × 126 - Step 4: Simplify right side
297x = 56,140.56 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 56,140.56/297 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 189.03
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