Finding the Fourth Proportional to 499, 748.50 and 195
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 499, 748.50 and 195 is: 292.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
499 : 748.50 = 195 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
499/748.50 = 195/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
499x = 748.50 × 195 - Step 4: Simplify right side
499x = 145,957.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 145,957.50/499 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 292.50
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