Finding the Fourth Proportional to 280.24, 420.36 and 226
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 280.24, 420.36 and 226 is: 339
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
280.24 : 420.36 = 226 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
280.24/420.36 = 226/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
280.24x = 420.36 × 226 - Step 4: Simplify right side
280.24x = 95,001.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 95,001.36/280.24 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 339
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