Finding the Fourth Proportional to 643, 964.50 and 187
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 643, 964.50 and 187 is: 280.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
643 : 964.50 = 187 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
643/964.50 = 187/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
643x = 964.50 × 187 - Step 4: Simplify right side
643x = 180,361.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 180,361.50/643 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 280.50
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