Finding the Fourth Proportional to 608.73, 913.36 and 197.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 608.73, 913.36 and 197.99 is: 297.07
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
608.73 : 913.36 = 197.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
608.73/913.36 = 197.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
608.73x = 913.36 × 197.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
608.73x = 180,837.93 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 180,837.93/608.73 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 297.07
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