Finding the Fourth Proportional to 326, 449.88 and 188
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 326, 449.88 and 188 is: 259.44
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
326 : 449.88 = 188 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
326/449.88 = 188/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
326x = 449.88 × 188 - Step 4: Simplify right side
326x = 84,577.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 84,577.44/326 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 259.44
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