Finding the Fourth Proportional to 255, 382.55 and 126.75
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 255, 382.55 and 126.75 is: 190.15
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
255 : 382.55 = 126.75 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
255/382.55 = 126.75/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
255x = 382.55 × 126.75 - Step 4: Simplify right side
255x = 48,487.58 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 48,487.58/255 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 190.15
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