Finding the Fourth Proportional to 291.76, 402.12 and 214
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 291.76, 402.12 and 214 is: 294.95
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
291.76 : 402.12 = 214 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
291.76/402.12 = 214/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
291.76x = 402.12 × 214 - Step 4: Simplify right side
291.76x = 86,053.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 86,053.68/291.76 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 294.95
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