Finding the Fourth Proportional to 332, 497.68 and 136.88
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 332, 497.68 and 136.88 is: 205.19
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
332 : 497.68 = 136.88 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
332/497.68 = 136.88/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
332x = 497.68 × 136.88 - Step 4: Simplify right side
332x = 68,122.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 68,122.44/332 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 205.19
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