Finding the Fourth Proportional to 475, 712.52 and 133
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 475, 712.52 and 133 is: 199.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
475 : 712.52 = 133 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
475/712.52 = 133/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
475x = 712.52 × 133 - Step 4: Simplify right side
475x = 94,765.16 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 94,765.16/475 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 199.51
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