Finding the Fourth Proportional to 711, 1,066.68 and 198
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 711, 1,066.68 and 198 is: 297.05
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
711 : 1,066.68 = 198 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
711/1,066.68 = 198/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
711x = 1,066.68 × 198 - Step 4: Simplify right side
711x = 211,202.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 211,202.64/711 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 297.05
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