Finding the Fourth Proportional to 284.32, 426.20 and 253.76
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 284.32, 426.20 and 253.76 is: 380.39
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
284.32 : 426.20 = 253.76 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
284.32/426.20 = 253.76/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
284.32x = 426.20 × 253.76 - Step 4: Simplify right side
284.32x = 108,152.51 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 108,152.51/284.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 380.39
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