Finding the Fourth Proportional to 282.52, 389.88 and 179
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 282.52, 389.88 and 179 is: 247.02
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
282.52 : 389.88 = 179 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
282.52/389.88 = 179/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
282.52x = 389.88 × 179 - Step 4: Simplify right side
282.52x = 69,788.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 69,788.52/282.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 247.02
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