Finding the Fourth Proportional to 258.36, 387.76 and 228
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 258.36, 387.76 and 228 is: 342.19
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
258.36 : 387.76 = 228 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
258.36/387.76 = 228/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
258.36x = 387.76 × 228 - Step 4: Simplify right side
258.36x = 88,409.28 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 88,409.28/258.36 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 342.19
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