Finding the Fourth Proportional to 286, 429.06 and 115
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 286, 429.06 and 115 is: 172.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
286 : 429.06 = 115 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
286/429.06 = 115/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
286x = 429.06 × 115 - Step 4: Simplify right side
286x = 49,341.90 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 49,341.90/286 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 172.52
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