Finding the Fourth Proportional to 206.08, 309.12 and 92
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 206.08, 309.12 and 92 is: 138
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
206.08 : 309.12 = 92 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
206.08/309.12 = 92/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
206.08x = 309.12 × 92 - Step 4: Simplify right side
206.08x = 28,439.04 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 28,439.04/206.08 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 138
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