Finding the Fourth Proportional to 837.16, 1,255.88 and 260
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 837.16, 1,255.88 and 260 is: 390.04
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
837.16 : 1,255.88 = 260 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
837.16/1,255.88 = 260/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
837.16x = 1,255.88 × 260 - Step 4: Simplify right side
837.16x = 326,528.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 326,528.80/837.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 390.04
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