Finding the Fourth Proportional to 301.61, 416.42 and 189.62
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 301.61, 416.42 and 189.62 is: 261.79
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
301.61 : 416.42 = 189.62 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
301.61/416.42 = 189.62/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
301.61x = 416.42 × 189.62 - Step 4: Simplify right side
301.61x = 78,958.53 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 78,958.53/301.61 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 261.79
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