Finding the Fourth Proportional to 450.56, 675.84 and 194
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 450.56, 675.84 and 194 is: 291
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
450.56 : 675.84 = 194 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
450.56/675.84 = 194/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
450.56x = 675.84 × 194 - Step 4: Simplify right side
450.56x = 131,112.96 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 131,112.96/450.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 291
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