Finding the Fourth Proportional to 264, 364.56 and 206
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 264, 364.56 and 206 is: 284.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
264 : 364.56 = 206 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
264/364.56 = 206/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
264x = 364.56 × 206 - Step 4: Simplify right side
264x = 75,099.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 75,099.36/264 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 284.47
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