Finding the Fourth Proportional to 250.87, 375.69 and 173.61
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 250.87, 375.69 and 173.61 is: 259.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
250.87 : 375.69 = 173.61 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
250.87/375.69 = 173.61/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
250.87x = 375.69 × 173.61 - Step 4: Simplify right side
250.87x = 65,222.67 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 65,222.67/250.87 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 259.99
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