Finding the Fourth Proportional to 259.92, 358.56 and 252
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 259.92, 358.56 and 252 is: 347.63
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
259.92 : 358.56 = 252 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
259.92/358.56 = 252/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
259.92x = 358.56 × 252 - Step 4: Simplify right side
259.92x = 90,357.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 90,357.12/259.92 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 347.63
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