Finding the Fourth Proportional to 254.78, 352 and 190.12
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 254.78, 352 and 190.12 is: 262.67
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
254.78 : 352 = 190.12 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
254.78/352 = 190.12/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
254.78x = 352 × 190.12 - Step 4: Simplify right side
254.78x = 66,922.24 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 66,922.24/254.78 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 262.67
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