Finding the Fourth Proportional to 303, 454.50 and 75
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 303, 454.50 and 75 is: 112.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
303 : 454.50 = 75 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
303/454.50 = 75/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
303x = 454.50 × 75 - Step 4: Simplify right side
303x = 34,087.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 34,087.50/303 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 112.50
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