Finding the Fourth Proportional to 277.56, 416.34 and 243
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 277.56, 416.34 and 243 is: 364.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
277.56 : 416.34 = 243 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
277.56/416.34 = 243/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
277.56x = 416.34 × 243 - Step 4: Simplify right side
277.56x = 101,170.62 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 101,170.62/277.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 364.50
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