Finding the Fourth Proportional to 448, 672 and 191.50
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 448, 672 and 191.50 is: 287.25
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
448 : 672 = 191.50 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
448/672 = 191.50/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
448x = 672 × 191.50 - Step 4: Simplify right side
448x = 128,688 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 128,688/448 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 287.25
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