Finding the Fourth Proportional to 274.50, 378.84 and 171
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 274.50, 378.84 and 171 is: 236.00
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
274.50 : 378.84 = 171 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
274.50/378.84 = 171/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
274.50x = 378.84 × 171 - Step 4: Simplify right side
274.50x = 64,781.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 64,781.64/274.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 236.00
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