Finding the Fourth Proportional to 381, 571.50 and 153
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 381, 571.50 and 153 is: 229.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
381 : 571.50 = 153 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
381/571.50 = 153/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
381x = 571.50 × 153 - Step 4: Simplify right side
381x = 87,439.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 87,439.50/381 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 229.50
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