Finding the Fourth Proportional to 426.54, 639.81 and 138
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 426.54, 639.81 and 138 is: 207
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
426.54 : 639.81 = 138 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
426.54/639.81 = 138/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
426.54x = 639.81 × 138 - Step 4: Simplify right side
426.54x = 88,293.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 88,293.78/426.54 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 207
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