Finding the Fourth Proportional to 262, 361.56 and 170
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 262, 361.56 and 170 is: 234.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
262 : 361.56 = 170 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
262/361.56 = 170/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
262x = 361.56 × 170 - Step 4: Simplify right side
262x = 61,465.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 61,465.20/262 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 234.60
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