Finding the Fourth Proportional to 314, 433.24 and 183
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 314, 433.24 and 183 is: 252.49
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
314 : 433.24 = 183 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
314/433.24 = 183/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
314x = 433.24 × 183 - Step 4: Simplify right side
314x = 79,282.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 79,282.92/314 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 252.49
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