Finding the Fourth Proportional to 418, 627.48 and 190
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 418, 627.48 and 190 is: 285.22
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
418 : 627.48 = 190 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
418/627.48 = 190/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
418x = 627.48 × 190 - Step 4: Simplify right side
418x = 119,221.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 119,221.20/418 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 285.22
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