Finding the Fourth Proportional to 323, 445.74 and 185
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 323, 445.74 and 185 is: 255.30
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
323 : 445.74 = 185 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
323/445.74 = 185/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
323x = 445.74 × 185 - Step 4: Simplify right side
323x = 82,461.90 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 82,461.90/323 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 255.30
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