Finding the Fourth Proportional to 284.61, 392.74 and 160.27
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 284.61, 392.74 and 160.27 is: 221.16
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
284.61 : 392.74 = 160.27 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
284.61/392.74 = 160.27/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
284.61x = 392.74 × 160.27 - Step 4: Simplify right side
284.61x = 62,944.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 62,944.44/284.61 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 221.16
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