Finding the Fourth Proportional to 603, 904.50 and 147
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 603, 904.50 and 147 is: 220.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
603 : 904.50 = 147 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
603/904.50 = 147/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
603x = 904.50 × 147 - Step 4: Simplify right side
603x = 132,961.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 132,961.50/603 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 220.50
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