Finding the Fourth Proportional to 703, 1,054.50 and 190
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 703, 1,054.50 and 190 is: 285
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
703 : 1,054.50 = 190 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
703/1,054.50 = 190/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
703x = 1,054.50 × 190 - Step 4: Simplify right side
703x = 200,355 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 200,355/703 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 285
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