Finding the Fourth Proportional to 258.32, 387.48 and 114
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 258.32, 387.48 and 114 is: 171
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
258.32 : 387.48 = 114 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
258.32/387.48 = 114/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
258.32x = 387.48 × 114 - Step 4: Simplify right side
258.32x = 44,172.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 44,172.72/258.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 171
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