Finding the Fourth Proportional to 262, 393.16 and 110
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 262, 393.16 and 110 is: 165.07
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
262 : 393.16 = 110 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
262/393.16 = 110/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
262x = 393.16 × 110 - Step 4: Simplify right side
262x = 43,247.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 43,247.60/262 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 165.07
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