Finding the Fourth Proportional to 442, 663 and 185.50
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 442, 663 and 185.50 is: 278.25
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
442 : 663 = 185.50 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
442/663 = 185.50/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
442x = 663 × 185.50 - Step 4: Simplify right side
442x = 122,986.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 122,986.50/442 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 278.25
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