Finding the Fourth Proportional to 261.30, 391.38 and 189
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 261.30, 391.38 and 189 is: 283.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
261.30 : 391.38 = 189 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
261.30/391.38 = 189/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
261.30x = 391.38 × 189 - Step 4: Simplify right side
261.30x = 73,970.82 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 73,970.82/261.30 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 283.09
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