Finding the Fourth Proportional to 313, 431.96 and 175
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 313, 431.96 and 175 is: 241.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
313 : 431.96 = 175 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
313/431.96 = 175/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
313x = 431.96 × 175 - Step 4: Simplify right side
313x = 75,593 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 75,593/313 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 241.51
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