Finding the Fourth Proportional to 265.78, 398.40 and 163
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 265.78, 398.40 and 163 is: 244.33
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
265.78 : 398.40 = 163 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
265.78/398.40 = 163/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
265.78x = 398.40 × 163 - Step 4: Simplify right side
265.78x = 64,939.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 64,939.20/265.78 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 244.33
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