Finding the Fourth Proportional to 284.76, 392.94 and 207
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 284.76, 392.94 and 207 is: 285.64
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
284.76 : 392.94 = 207 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
284.76/392.94 = 207/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
284.76x = 392.94 × 207 - Step 4: Simplify right side
284.76x = 81,338.58 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 81,338.58/284.76 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 285.64
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