Finding the Fourth Proportional to 374.30, 560.64 and 252
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 374.30, 560.64 and 252 is: 377.45
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
374.30 : 560.64 = 252 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
374.30/560.64 = 252/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
374.30x = 560.64 × 252 - Step 4: Simplify right side
374.30x = 141,281.28 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 141,281.28/374.30 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 377.45
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