Finding the Fourth Proportional to 409, 613.58 and 181
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 409, 613.58 and 181 is: 271.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
409 : 613.58 = 181 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
409/613.58 = 181/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
409x = 613.58 × 181 - Step 4: Simplify right side
409x = 111,057.98 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 111,057.98/409 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 271.54
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