Finding the Fourth Proportional to 206, 284.28 and 114
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 206, 284.28 and 114 is: 157.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
206 : 284.28 = 114 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
206/284.28 = 114/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
206x = 284.28 × 114 - Step 4: Simplify right side
206x = 32,407.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 32,407.92/206 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 157.32
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