Finding the Fourth Proportional to 472, 708.02 and 130
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 472, 708.02 and 130 is: 195.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
472 : 708.02 = 130 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
472/708.02 = 130/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
472x = 708.02 × 130 - Step 4: Simplify right side
472x = 92,042.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 92,042.60/472 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 195.01
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