Finding the Fourth Proportional to 256, 384.16 and 104
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 256, 384.16 and 104 is: 156.07
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
256 : 384.16 = 104 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
256/384.16 = 104/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
256x = 384.16 × 104 - Step 4: Simplify right side
256x = 39,952.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 39,952.64/256 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 156.07
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