Finding the Fourth Proportional to 320, 441.60 and 182
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 320, 441.60 and 182 is: 251.16
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
320 : 441.60 = 182 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
320/441.60 = 182/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
320x = 441.60 × 182 - Step 4: Simplify right side
320x = 80,371.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 80,371.20/320 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 251.16
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