Finding the Fourth Proportional to 355, 532.76 and 127
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 355, 532.76 and 127 is: 190.59
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
355 : 532.76 = 127 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
355/532.76 = 127/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
355x = 532.76 × 127 - Step 4: Simplify right side
355x = 67,660.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 67,660.52/355 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 190.59
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