Finding the Fourth Proportional to 301.23, 451.97 and 138.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 301.23, 451.97 and 138.99 is: 208.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
301.23 : 451.97 = 138.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
301.23/451.97 = 138.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
301.23x = 451.97 × 138.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
301.23x = 62,818.62 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 62,818.62/301.23 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 208.54
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