Finding the Fourth Proportional to 284.28, 426.51 and 156
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 284.28, 426.51 and 156 is: 234.05
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
284.28 : 426.51 = 156 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
284.28/426.51 = 156/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
284.28x = 426.51 × 156 - Step 4: Simplify right side
284.28x = 66,535.56 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 66,535.56/284.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 234.05
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