Finding the Fourth Proportional to 251.33, 377 and 78
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 251.33, 377 and 78 is: 117.00
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
251.33 : 377 = 78 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
251.33/377 = 78/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
251.33x = 377 × 78 - Step 4: Simplify right side
251.33x = 29,406 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 29,406/251.33 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 117.00
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