Finding the Fourth Proportional to 339, 467.64 and 213
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 339, 467.64 and 213 is: 293.83
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
339 : 467.64 = 213 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
339/467.64 = 213/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
339x = 467.64 × 213 - Step 4: Simplify right side
339x = 99,607.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 99,607.32/339 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 293.83
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