Finding the Fourth Proportional to 319, 478.58 and 91
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 319, 478.58 and 91 is: 136.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
319 : 478.58 = 91 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
319/478.58 = 91/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
319x = 478.58 × 91 - Step 4: Simplify right side
319x = 43,550.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 43,550.78/319 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 136.52
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