Finding the Fourth Proportional to 518, 777 and 133.25
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 518, 777 and 133.25 is: 199.88
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
518 : 777 = 133.25 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
518/777 = 133.25/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
518x = 777 × 133.25 - Step 4: Simplify right side
518x = 103,535.25 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 103,535.25/518 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 199.88
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