Finding the Fourth Proportional to 207, 285.68 and 115
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 207, 285.68 and 115 is: 158.71
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
207 : 285.68 = 115 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
207/285.68 = 115/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
207x = 285.68 × 115 - Step 4: Simplify right side
207x = 32,853.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 32,853.20/207 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 158.71
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