Finding the Fourth Proportional to 258, 386.92 and 156
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 258, 386.92 and 156 is: 233.95
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
258 : 386.92 = 156 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
258/386.92 = 156/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
258x = 386.92 × 156 - Step 4: Simplify right side
258x = 60,359.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 60,359.52/258 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 233.95
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