Finding the Fourth Proportional to 455, 682.50 and 113
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 455, 682.50 and 113 is: 169.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
455 : 682.50 = 113 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
455/682.50 = 113/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
455x = 682.50 × 113 - Step 4: Simplify right side
455x = 77,122.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 77,122.50/455 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 169.50
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