Finding the Fourth Proportional to 204.36, 282 and 117
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 204.36, 282 and 117 is: 161.45
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
204.36 : 282 = 117 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
204.36/282 = 117/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
204.36x = 282 × 117 - Step 4: Simplify right side
204.36x = 32,994 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 32,994/204.36 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 161.45
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