Finding the Fourth Proportional to 316.24, 474.42 and 154
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 316.24, 474.42 and 154 is: 231.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
316.24 : 474.42 = 154 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
316.24/474.42 = 154/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
316.24x = 474.42 × 154 - Step 4: Simplify right side
316.24x = 73,060.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 73,060.68/316.24 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 231.03
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