Finding the Fourth Proportional to 303, 418.14 and 165
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 303, 418.14 and 165 is: 227.70
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
303 : 418.14 = 165 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
303/418.14 = 165/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
303x = 418.14 × 165 - Step 4: Simplify right side
303x = 68,993.10 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 68,993.10/303 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 227.70
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