Finding the Fourth Proportional to 309, 463.70 and 157
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 309, 463.70 and 157 is: 235.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
309 : 463.70 = 157 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
309/463.70 = 157/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
309x = 463.70 × 157 - Step 4: Simplify right side
309x = 72,800.90 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 72,800.90/309 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 235.60
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