Finding the Fourth Proportional to 309, 463.50 and 81
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 309, 463.50 and 81 is: 121.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
309 : 463.50 = 81 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
309/463.50 = 81/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
309x = 463.50 × 81 - Step 4: Simplify right side
309x = 37,543.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 37,543.50/309 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 121.50
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