Finding the Fourth Proportional to 210.60, 289.98 and 189
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 210.60, 289.98 and 189 is: 260.24
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
210.60 : 289.98 = 189 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
210.60/289.98 = 189/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
210.60x = 289.98 × 189 - Step 4: Simplify right side
210.60x = 54,806.22 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 54,806.22/210.60 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 260.24
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