Finding the Fourth Proportional to 301, 415.38 and 163
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 301, 415.38 and 163 is: 224.94
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
301 : 415.38 = 163 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
301/415.38 = 163/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
301x = 415.38 × 163 - Step 4: Simplify right side
301x = 67,706.94 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 67,706.94/301 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 224.94
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