Finding the Fourth Proportional to 293.19, 439.86 and 171.56
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 293.19, 439.86 and 171.56 is: 257.38
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
293.19 : 439.86 = 171.56 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
293.19/439.86 = 171.56/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
293.19x = 439.86 × 171.56 - Step 4: Simplify right side
293.19x = 75,460.18 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 75,460.18/293.19 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 257.38
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