Finding the Fourth Proportional to 269.28, 371.36 and 207
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 269.28, 371.36 and 207 is: 285.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
269.28 : 371.36 = 207 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
269.28/371.36 = 207/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
269.28x = 371.36 × 207 - Step 4: Simplify right side
269.28x = 76,871.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 76,871.52/269.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 285.47
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