Finding the Fourth Proportional to 265.28, 365.74 and 199
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 265.28, 365.74 and 199 is: 274.36
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
265.28 : 365.74 = 199 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
265.28/365.74 = 199/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
265.28x = 365.74 × 199 - Step 4: Simplify right side
265.28x = 72,782.26 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 72,782.26/265.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 274.36
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