Finding the Fourth Proportional to 292.66, 438 and 251.38
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 292.66, 438 and 251.38 is: 376.22
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
292.66 : 438 = 251.38 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
292.66/438 = 251.38/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
292.66x = 438 × 251.38 - Step 4: Simplify right side
292.66x = 110,104.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 110,104.44/292.66 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 376.22
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