Finding the Fourth Proportional to 284.16, 392 and 192
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 284.16, 392 and 192 is: 264.86
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
284.16 : 392 = 192 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
284.16/392 = 192/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
284.16x = 392 × 192 - Step 4: Simplify right side
284.16x = 75,264 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 75,264/284.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 264.86
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