Finding the Fourth Proportional to 273.28, 410 and 129
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 273.28, 410 and 129 is: 193.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
273.28 : 410 = 129 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
273.28/410 = 129/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
273.28x = 410 × 129 - Step 4: Simplify right side
273.28x = 52,890 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 52,890/273.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 193.54
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