Finding the Fourth Proportional to 311, 466.50 and 83
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 311, 466.50 and 83 is: 124.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
311 : 466.50 = 83 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
311/466.50 = 83/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
311x = 466.50 × 83 - Step 4: Simplify right side
311x = 38,719.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 38,719.50/311 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 124.50
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