Finding the Fourth Proportional to 301, 451.74 and 172.84
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 301, 451.74 and 172.84 is: 259.40
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
301 : 451.74 = 172.84 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
301/451.74 = 172.84/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
301x = 451.74 × 172.84 - Step 4: Simplify right side
301x = 78,078.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 78,078.74/301 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 259.40
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