Finding the Fourth Proportional to 647, 970.50 and 191
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 647, 970.50 and 191 is: 286.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
647 : 970.50 = 191 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
647/970.50 = 191/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
647x = 970.50 × 191 - Step 4: Simplify right side
647x = 185,365.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 185,365.50/647 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 286.50
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