Finding the Fourth Proportional to 304.83, 420.39 and 272.43
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 304.83, 420.39 and 272.43 is: 375.71
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
304.83 : 420.39 = 272.43 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
304.83/420.39 = 272.43/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
304.83x = 420.39 × 272.43 - Step 4: Simplify right side
304.83x = 114,526.85 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 114,526.85/304.83 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 375.71
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