Finding the Fourth Proportional to 436, 654.08 and 132
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 436, 654.08 and 132 is: 198.02
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
436 : 654.08 = 132 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
436/654.08 = 132/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
436x = 654.08 × 132 - Step 4: Simplify right side
436x = 86,338.56 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 86,338.56/436 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 198.02
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