Finding the Fourth Proportional to 447.91, 672 and 188.04
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 447.91, 672 and 188.04 is: 282.12
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
447.91 : 672 = 188.04 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
447.91/672 = 188.04/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
447.91x = 672 × 188.04 - Step 4: Simplify right side
447.91x = 126,362.88 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 126,362.88/447.91 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 282.12
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