Finding the Fourth Proportional to 264.38, 396.59 and 72
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 264.38, 396.59 and 72 is: 108.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
264.38 : 396.59 = 72 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
264.38/396.59 = 72/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
264.38x = 396.59 × 72 - Step 4: Simplify right side
264.38x = 28,554.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 28,554.12/264.38 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 108.01
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