Finding the Fourth Proportional to 659, 988.50 and 203
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 659, 988.50 and 203 is: 304.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
659 : 988.50 = 203 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
659/988.50 = 203/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
659x = 988.50 × 203 - Step 4: Simplify right side
659x = 200,665.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 200,665.50/659 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 304.50
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