Finding the Fourth Proportional to 451, 676.50 and 194.50
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 451, 676.50 and 194.50 is: 291.75
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
451 : 676.50 = 194.50 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
451/676.50 = 194.50/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
451x = 676.50 × 194.50 - Step 4: Simplify right side
451x = 131,579.25 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 131,579.25/451 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 291.75
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