Finding the Fourth Proportional to 291.12, 401.59 and 270.27
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 291.12, 401.59 and 270.27 is: 372.83
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
291.12 : 401.59 = 270.27 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
291.12/401.59 = 270.27/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
291.12x = 401.59 × 270.27 - Step 4: Simplify right side
291.12x = 108,537.73 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 108,537.73/291.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 372.83
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