Finding the Fourth Proportional to 293.40, 439.83 and 261
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 293.40, 439.83 and 261 is: 391.26
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
293.40 : 439.83 = 261 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
293.40/439.83 = 261/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
293.40x = 439.83 × 261 - Step 4: Simplify right side
293.40x = 114,795.63 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 114,795.63/293.40 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 391.26
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