Finding the Fourth Proportional to 319, 440.22 and 181
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 319, 440.22 and 181 is: 249.78
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
319 : 440.22 = 181 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
319/440.22 = 181/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
319x = 440.22 × 181 - Step 4: Simplify right side
319x = 79,679.82 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 79,679.82/319 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 249.78
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