Finding the Fourth Proportional to 325.26, 487.62 and 261
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 325.26, 487.62 and 261 is: 391.28
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
325.26 : 487.62 = 261 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
325.26/487.62 = 261/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
325.26x = 487.62 × 261 - Step 4: Simplify right side
325.26x = 127,268.82 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 127,268.82/325.26 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 391.28
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