Finding the Fourth Proportional to 316.98, 475.50 and 172.98
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 316.98, 475.50 and 172.98 is: 259.49
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
316.98 : 475.50 = 172.98 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
316.98/475.50 = 172.98/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
316.98x = 475.50 × 172.98 - Step 4: Simplify right side
316.98x = 82,251.99 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 82,251.99/316.98 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 259.49
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