Finding the Fourth Proportional to 524, 786 and 139.25
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 524, 786 and 139.25 is: 208.88
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
524 : 786 = 139.25 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
524/786 = 139.25/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
524x = 786 × 139.25 - Step 4: Simplify right side
524x = 109,450.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 109,450.50/524 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 208.88
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