Finding the Fourth Proportional to 327, 490.50 and 99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 327, 490.50 and 99 is: 148.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
327 : 490.50 = 99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
327/490.50 = 99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
327x = 490.50 × 99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
327x = 48,559.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 48,559.50/327 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 148.50
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