Finding the Fourth Proportional to 331, 456.82 and 193
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 331, 456.82 and 193 is: 266.36
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
331 : 456.82 = 193 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
331/456.82 = 193/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
331x = 456.82 × 193 - Step 4: Simplify right side
331x = 88,166.26 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 88,166.26/331 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 266.36
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