Finding the Fourth Proportional to 619, 928.50 and 163
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 619, 928.50 and 163 is: 244.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
619 : 928.50 = 163 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
619/928.50 = 163/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
619x = 928.50 × 163 - Step 4: Simplify right side
619x = 151,345.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 151,345.50/619 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 244.50
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