Finding the Fourth Proportional to 275.99, 414.05 and 198.77
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 275.99, 414.05 and 198.77 is: 298.19
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
275.99 : 414.05 = 198.77 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
275.99/414.05 = 198.77/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
275.99x = 414.05 × 198.77 - Step 4: Simplify right side
275.99x = 82,299.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 82,299.08/275.99 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 298.19
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