Finding the Fourth Proportional to 473, 709.54 and 131
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 473, 709.54 and 131 is: 196.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
473 : 709.54 = 131 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
473/709.54 = 131/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
473x = 709.54 × 131 - Step 4: Simplify right side
473x = 92,949.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 92,949.74/473 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 196.51
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