Finding the Fourth Proportional to 325.18, 448.97 and 201
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 325.18, 448.97 and 201 is: 277.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
325.18 : 448.97 = 201 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
325.18/448.97 = 201/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
325.18x = 448.97 × 201 - Step 4: Simplify right side
325.18x = 90,242.97 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 90,242.97/325.18 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 277.52
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