Finding the Fourth Proportional to 297, 445.66 and 145
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 297, 445.66 and 145 is: 217.58
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
297 : 445.66 = 145 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
297/445.66 = 145/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
297x = 445.66 × 145 - Step 4: Simplify right side
297x = 64,620.70 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 64,620.70/297 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 217.58
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