Finding the Fourth Proportional to 535, 802.86 and 193
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 535, 802.86 and 193 is: 289.63
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
535 : 802.86 = 193 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
535/802.86 = 193/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
535x = 802.86 × 193 - Step 4: Simplify right side
535x = 154,951.98 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 154,951.98/535 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 289.63
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