Finding the Fourth Proportional to 253, 379.50 and 101
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 253, 379.50 and 101 is: 151.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
253 : 379.50 = 101 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
253/379.50 = 101/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
253x = 379.50 × 101 - Step 4: Simplify right side
253x = 38,329.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 38,329.50/253 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 151.50
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