Finding the Fourth Proportional to 407, 610.50 and 179
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 407, 610.50 and 179 is: 268.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
407 : 610.50 = 179 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
407/610.50 = 179/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
407x = 610.50 × 179 - Step 4: Simplify right side
407x = 109,279.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 109,279.50/407 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 268.50
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