Finding the Fourth Proportional to 261, 391.50 and 109
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 261, 391.50 and 109 is: 163.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
261 : 391.50 = 109 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
261/391.50 = 109/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
261x = 391.50 × 109 - Step 4: Simplify right side
261x = 42,673.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 42,673.50/261 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 163.50
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