Finding the Fourth Proportional to 468, 701.96 and 194
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 468, 701.96 and 194 is: 290.98
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
468 : 701.96 = 194 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
468/701.96 = 194/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
468x = 701.96 × 194 - Step 4: Simplify right side
468x = 136,180.24 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 136,180.24/468 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 290.98
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