Finding the Fourth Proportional to 236, 354.08 and 84
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 236, 354.08 and 84 is: 126.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
236 : 354.08 = 84 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
236/354.08 = 84/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
236x = 354.08 × 84 - Step 4: Simplify right side
236x = 29,742.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 29,742.72/236 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 126.03
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