Finding the Fourth Proportional to 273.98, 377.33 and 239
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 273.98, 377.33 and 239 is: 329.15
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
273.98 : 377.33 = 239 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
273.98/377.33 = 239/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
273.98x = 377.33 × 239 - Step 4: Simplify right side
273.98x = 90,181.87 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 90,181.87/273.98 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 329.15
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