Finding the Fourth Proportional to 507.48, 761.50 and 251
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 507.48, 761.50 and 251 is: 376.64
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
507.48 : 761.50 = 251 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
507.48/761.50 = 251/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
507.48x = 761.50 × 251 - Step 4: Simplify right side
507.48x = 191,136.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 191,136.50/507.48 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 376.64
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