Finding the Fourth Proportional to 425, 637.50 and 136.46
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 425, 637.50 and 136.46 is: 204.69
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
425 : 637.50 = 136.46 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
425/637.50 = 136.46/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
425x = 637.50 × 136.46 - Step 4: Simplify right side
425x = 86,993.25 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 86,993.25/425 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 204.69
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