Finding the Fourth Proportional to 304, 419.53 and 173
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 304, 419.53 and 173 is: 238.75
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
304 : 419.53 = 173 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
304/419.53 = 173/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
304x = 419.53 × 173 - Step 4: Simplify right side
304x = 72,578.69 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 72,578.69/304 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 238.75
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