Finding the Fourth Proportional to 639, 958.50 and 183
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 639, 958.50 and 183 is: 274.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
639 : 958.50 = 183 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
639/958.50 = 183/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
639x = 958.50 × 183 - Step 4: Simplify right side
639x = 175,405.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 175,405.50/639 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 274.50
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