Finding the Fourth Proportional to 312.75, 431.60 and 181.85
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 312.75, 431.60 and 181.85 is: 250.95
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
312.75 : 431.60 = 181.85 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
312.75/431.60 = 181.85/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
312.75x = 431.60 × 181.85 - Step 4: Simplify right side
312.75x = 78,483.39 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 78,483.39/312.75 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 250.95
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