Finding the Fourth Proportional to 302, 416.76 and 164
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 302, 416.76 and 164 is: 226.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
302 : 416.76 = 164 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
302/416.76 = 164/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
302x = 416.76 × 164 - Step 4: Simplify right side
302x = 68,348.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 68,348.64/302 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 226.32
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