Finding the Fourth Proportional to 278.34, 384.24 and 185.24
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 278.34, 384.24 and 185.24 is: 255.71
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
278.34 : 384.24 = 185.24 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
278.34/384.24 = 185.24/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
278.34x = 384.24 × 185.24 - Step 4: Simplify right side
278.34x = 71,175.66 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 71,175.66/278.34 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 255.71
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