Finding the Fourth Proportional to 265, 365.80 and 173
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 265, 365.80 and 173 is: 238.81
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
265 : 365.80 = 173 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
265/365.80 = 173/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
265x = 365.80 × 173 - Step 4: Simplify right side
265x = 63,283.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 63,283.40/265 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 238.81
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