Finding the Fourth Proportional to 264.52, 396.87 and 100
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 264.52, 396.87 and 100 is: 150.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
264.52 : 396.87 = 100 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
264.52/396.87 = 100/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
264.52x = 396.87 × 100 - Step 4: Simplify right side
264.52x = 39,687 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 39,687/264.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 150.03
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