Finding the Fourth Proportional to 272.64, 408 and 208
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 272.64, 408 and 208 is: 311.27
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
272.64 : 408 = 208 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
272.64/408 = 208/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
272.64x = 408 × 208 - Step 4: Simplify right side
272.64x = 84,864 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 84,864/272.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 311.27
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