Finding the Fourth Proportional to 283.31, 390.95 and 185
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 283.31, 390.95 and 185 is: 255.29
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
283.31 : 390.95 = 185 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
283.31/390.95 = 185/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
283.31x = 390.95 × 185 - Step 4: Simplify right side
283.31x = 72,325.75 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 72,325.75/283.31 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 255.29
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