Finding the Fourth Proportional to 304.12, 456.18 and 133
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 304.12, 456.18 and 133 is: 199.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
304.12 : 456.18 = 133 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
304.12/456.18 = 133/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
304.12x = 456.18 × 133 - Step 4: Simplify right side
304.12x = 60,671.94 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 60,671.94/304.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 199.50
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