Finding the Fourth Proportional to 297, 445.32 and 261
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 297, 445.32 and 261 is: 391.34
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
297 : 445.32 = 261 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
297/445.32 = 261/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
297x = 445.32 × 261 - Step 4: Simplify right side
297x = 116,228.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 116,228.52/297 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 391.34
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