Finding the Fourth Proportional to 307, 423.67 and 176
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 307, 423.67 and 176 is: 242.89
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
307 : 423.67 = 176 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
307/423.67 = 176/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
307x = 423.67 × 176 - Step 4: Simplify right side
307x = 74,565.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 74,565.92/307 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 242.89
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