Finding the Fourth Proportional to 290.52, 400.88 and 187
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 290.52, 400.88 and 187 is: 258.04
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
290.52 : 400.88 = 187 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
290.52/400.88 = 187/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
290.52x = 400.88 × 187 - Step 4: Simplify right side
290.52x = 74,964.56 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 74,964.56/290.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 258.04
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