Finding the Fourth Proportional to 316.98, 437.42 and 186.04
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 316.98, 437.42 and 186.04 is: 256.73
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
316.98 : 437.42 = 186.04 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
316.98/437.42 = 186.04/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
316.98x = 437.42 × 186.04 - Step 4: Simplify right side
316.98x = 81,377.62 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 81,377.62/316.98 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 256.73
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