Finding the Fourth Proportional to 382.60, 573.69 and 261
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 382.60, 573.69 and 261 is: 391.36
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
382.60 : 573.69 = 261 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
382.60/573.69 = 261/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
382.60x = 573.69 × 261 - Step 4: Simplify right side
382.60x = 149,733.09 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 149,733.09/382.60 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 391.36
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