Finding the Fourth Proportional to 649, 973.50 and 193
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 649, 973.50 and 193 is: 289.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
649 : 973.50 = 193 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
649/973.50 = 193/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
649x = 973.50 × 193 - Step 4: Simplify right side
649x = 187,885.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 187,885.50/649 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 289.50
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