Finding the Fourth Proportional to 327.08, 451.30 and 189
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 327.08, 451.30 and 189 is: 260.78
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
327.08 : 451.30 = 189 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
327.08/451.30 = 189/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
327.08x = 451.30 × 189 - Step 4: Simplify right side
327.08x = 85,295.70 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 85,295.70/327.08 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 260.78
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