Finding the Fourth Proportional to 316.56, 437 and 185.68
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 316.56, 437 and 185.68 is: 256.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
316.56 : 437 = 185.68 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
316.56/437 = 185.68/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
316.56x = 437 × 185.68 - Step 4: Simplify right side
316.56x = 81,142.16 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 81,142.16/316.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 256.32
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