Finding the Fourth Proportional to 312, 468.03 and 84
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 312, 468.03 and 84 is: 126.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
312 : 468.03 = 84 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
312/468.03 = 84/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
312x = 468.03 × 84 - Step 4: Simplify right side
312x = 39,314.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 39,314.52/312 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 126.01
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