Finding the Fourth Proportional to 277.32, 382.42 and 189.84
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 277.32, 382.42 and 189.84 is: 261.79
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
277.32 : 382.42 = 189.84 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
277.32/382.42 = 189.84/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
277.32x = 382.42 × 189.84 - Step 4: Simplify right side
277.32x = 72,600.28 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 72,600.28/277.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 261.79
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